Galatians 2:6 But from those who seemed to be something—whatever they were, it makes no difference to me; God shows personal favoritism to no man—for those who seemed to be something added nothing to me. Truth to Learn Just because someone has a position of authority or advanced education does...

Galatians 2:5 to whom we did not yield submission even for an hour, that the truth of the gospel might continue with you. Truth to Learn The truth of the gospel messages is, “believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved.” Meaning Explained Paul has been explaining...

Galatians 2:4 And this occurred because of false brethren secretly brought in (who came in by stealth to spy out our liberty which we have in Christ Jesus, that they might bring us into bondage), Truth to Learn Legalism results in bondage. Simple faith in the blood of Jesus Christ...

Galatians 2:3 Yet not even Titus who was with me, being a Greek, was compelled to be circumcised. Truth to Learn No act of obedience or contrition is required for salvation beyond simple faith in the atoning blood of Jesus Christ. Behind the Words The word translated “compelled” is anangkadzō,...

Galatians 2:2 And I went up by revelation, and communicated to them that gospel which I preach among the Gentiles, but privately to those who were of reputation, lest by any means I might run, or had run, in vain. Truth to Learn Sharing the truth in private is often...

Galatians 2:1 Then after fourteen years I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, and also took Titus with me. Truth to Learn There is no room for legalism in the Christian faith. Meaning Explained Having justified his apostleship and his message, Paul now turns to the crux of the...

Galatians 1:24 And they glorified God in me. Truth to Learn Legalism glorifies self, but a life of faith is totally submitted to God and gives Him all the glory and praise. Behind the Words The word translated “they glorified” is from the Greek word doxadzō which is a form...

Galatians 1:23 But they were hearing only, "He who formerly persecuted us now preaches the faith which he once tried to destroy." Truth to Learn God can change even the most hardened opponent of Christianity into a beacon of the gospel message. Behind the Words The words translated “they were...

Galatians 1:22 And I was unknown by face to the churches of Judea which were in Christ. Truth to Learn The truth about God comes only from the Bible. We all need to be reading and studying it daily. Behind the Words The words “I was unknown” are from the...

Galatians 1:21 Afterward I went into the regions of Syria and Cilicia. Truth to Learn Every Christian can benefit from encouragement and guidance given by an older, more mature saint. Meaning Explained In the previous verses Paul has been writing about the early years of his Christianity and his ministry....