Galatians: Lesson 9

Welcome back to Wednesday Night Bible Study! Tonight's lesson takes us to Galatians chapter 2, where Paul recounts his visit to Jerusalem after fourteen years—a pivotal moment that reaffirms his unwavering commitment to the gospel of grace and freedom from the law. Paul's encounter with the pillars of the Jerusalem church—James, Peter, and John—served as a powerful affirmation of his ministry to the Gentiles. Crucially, they did not require Gentile circumcision, reinforcing the truth that salvation is by faith alone, not by works. Yet, this visit also exposed the threat of false teachers—those who sought to impose legalistic requirements and distort the gospel. The lesson challenges us to stand firm against such influences. Yielding to legalism doesn't lead to holiness—it leads to bondage. Paul's bold defense reminds us that the gospel must remain pure: a message of grace, not performance; of freedom, not fear. Let's open the Word and dive in together: