Galatians Part 7: What counts is the new creation

In the closing thoughts of Paul’s letter to the Galatians, he summaries all his previous arguments and insights in this way, “Neither circumcision nor uncircumcision means anything; what counts is the new creation” (Gal. 6:15). This is a key to understanding what happens when someone puts their hope and trust in Jesus Christ, in the power of his cross, his death in our place and the resurrection in which we are included by faith. The old markers of identity are gone—race, religious rituals, circumcision, Torah law, the traditions of men—are not what matter. They no longer carry any significance. What truly counts is being made new in Christ. The new creation message is about transformation by the blood of Christ and through the power of His Spirit—not just a change in behaviour, but a new life at the very core of our being. The post Galatians Part 7: What counts is the new creation first appeared on Lifeway Church.