Paul says three times in Galatians 2:16 that a person is not justified by “works of the law.” What does he mean by the expression “works of the law”?
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Sunday: The Question of “Justification”
In Galatians 2:15 , Paul writes, “We ourselves are Jews by birth and not Gentile sinners” (ESV). What point do you think he was making? Paul’s words need to be understood in their context. In an attempt to win over his fellow Jewish Christians to his position, Paul starts with something they would agree with — the traditional distinction between Jews and Gentiles. Image © Lars Justinen Goodsalt.com Jews were the elect of God, entrusted with His law, and they enjoyed the benefits of the covenant relationship with Him. Gentiles, however, were sinners; God’s law did not restrain their behavior, and they were outside the covenants of promise ( Eph.
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A Short History of the King James Version of the Bible
The King James version of the Bible is often considered the gold standard for modern translations, but few of us are familiar with its history, mandate, publication and early printing. This article provides a brief glimpse in the hope that we will understand it and its historical context a little better
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Sabbath: Justification by Faith Alone
Image © Pacific Press from GoodSalt.com Read for This Week’s Study: Gal.
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Friday: Further Thought – Unity of the Gospel
Further Thought: For further study on the issue of unity and diversity in the church, read Ellen G. White, “Investigation of New Light,” pp. 45, 47, in Counsels to Writers and Editors ; “An Explanation of Early Statements”, p. 75, in Selected Messages, book 1; “Tactfulness,” pages
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