Galatians Bible Argument Essay - 2123 Words

I. Introduction 1:1-9 In this opening chapter, Paul begins with a formal introduction of himself. He asserts the source from whom he obtained his apostolic call and ministry from- the risen Christ and â€Å"God the Father† (v.1). He follows with a stern rebuke of the Galatian Christians who have allowed themselves to be duped into to embracing the heretical teachings promulgated by the Judaizers. A. Salutation 1:1-5 Paul establishes his credentials forthrightly and formally. This was crucial in terms of validating the ensuing message of the epistle. His readership, as well as his critics (the Judaizers), needed to be reminded of his apostolic authority as he attacked the heresy that had taken foothold in the Galatian Christian community.†¦show more content†¦A. Paul’s Call 1:11-12 Paul explicates the particulars of his divine commissioning. Again, this was necessary so at to â€Å"re-authenticate† his apostleship before the Galatian believers (and his dissenters). B. Paul’s Confirmation 1:13-2:21 1. His Early Activities 1:13-17 Paul discusses his conversion from Judaism. This is significant as he prepares to dismantle the notion that one can be justified by observing the Law. His unique claim is that he was so zealous for Judaism that he actually persecuted the church. This devotion distinguished him from his countrymen, and reputably so. It was also â€Å"credential† that qualified him to challenge the heresy of the Judaizers. 2. His First post-Christian Jerusalem Visit 1:18-24 Paul goes up to Jerusalem and meets Peter and James. Presumably, they, in addition to other Christians in the churches in Judea acknowledged Paul’s apostleship as being authentic (v.24). Paul is gradually mounting a convincing case against the Judaizers; they criticized him wanting to â€Å"enhance his reputation† by preaching his gospel13 3. His Second post-Christian Jerusalem Visit 2:1-10 Paul re-visits Jerusalem 14 years subsequent to his initial visit to the city to meet with the apostles. In this section, he states that they saw that he â€Å"had been entrusted with the gospel to the uncircumcised†. The recognition by the original apostles (i.e. Peter, James, and John) regardingShow MoreRelatedSouthwestern Assemblies Of God University. . . Hermeneutics1734 Words   |  7 PagesWhat’s the Why? The book of Galatians was written for the simple reason to clear up the truth of the gospel. Shortly after Paul left the church of Galatia, an unknown person or ‘people’ came to the church and led them to believe otherwise. The church of Galatia, being brand new was thrown off by the idea that they were living an immoral life, and immediately changed what they were doing to fit what the people or persons taught this. 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