Galatians | December 7, 2025

 

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Galatians 6

11 See with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. 12 It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh who would force you to be circumcised, and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ. 13 For even those who are circumcised do not themselves keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may boast in your flesh. 14 But far be it from me to boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. 15 For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation. 16 And as for all who walk by this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God. 17 From now on let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus. 18 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brothers. Amen.

Talk Sheet Questions

  1. Would you rather receive a handwritten note or an email? Why? Does your answer help you appreciate verse 11? Why?

  2. Why might someone be persecuted for the cross of Christ? (12) What is offensive about the cross? (5:11)

  3. The cross cuts two ways: the world is crucified to me, and I am crucified to the world. What is the "world?" Why is this two-way crucifixion important to you? (14)

  4. What is the "New Creation?" (15) After all, it is the only thing that matters. How does it relate to the book of Galatians?

  5. If you could pick only one - peace, mercy, or grace - which would you choose and why? (14, 16)

Prayer

Pray that we will be spiritual, new-creation people who find our only confidence in the cross of Christ.

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Scott Reavely