May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ …
Summary: As Paul gives us an important pointer about boasting, he also points us to the deeper meanings of the words he used.
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… yet they want you to be circumcised that they may boast about your circumcision in the flesh.
Summary: Why we do things is as important as what we do. Paul unveils another motivation for those who promote circumcision in the flesh.
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Not even those who are circumcised keep the law …
Summary: Keeping the law is simple, but that doesn’t mean it is easy.
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The only reason they do this is to avoid being persecuted for the cross of Christ.
Summary: “Go along to get along” is a well-known saying. It means we should compromise our beliefs if that helps us “get along” with others. Things were no different in Paul’s day.
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… circumcised.
Summary: Circumcision is a theme that runs throughout the Bible. In the beginning, it was a symbol of a covenant. In the end, circumcision was a point of contention. Instead of a symbol of something good, it had become a legalistic requirement for something bad.
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Those who want to impress people by means of the flesh are trying to compel you to be … .
Summary: Paul packs a lot into this short sentence. He has been teaching us about the Gospel of Christ, and now he teaches us about the application of that Gospel.
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See what large letters I use as I write to you with my own hand!
Summary: This passage gives us an opportunity to lean into God’s Word in a way that helps bring Paul into focus as a human being.
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Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.
Summary: Once again Paul points us to our central mission as believers: Showing God’s love to others.
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Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
Summary: As Christians, we live in a world that stands opposed to God’s will. It is our job to spread God’s light by “doing good.”
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… whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life.
Summary: What pleases God? The answer, in short, is love. In practical terms, love leads us to a host of things that honor God and benefit those around us.
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