There is a short introduction available for the book of Galatians. You can read it here.
No Other Gospel - Galatians 1:1-10
Understand It
- How did the author of the letter identify himself? (1:1)
- How did Paul bring up two vital concerns in the beginning of his letter (1:1, 4)
- Who joined Paul in sending the letter? (1:2)
- To whom was the letter sent? (1:2)
- What traditional form of greeting did the apostle use in his letter? (1:3)
- How did Paul conclude his salutation? (1:4-5)
- What attitude did Paul express? Why? (1:6-7)
- How were the Galatian Christians being thrown "into confusion"? (1:7)
- What hypothetical case did Paul present to show the purity of the gospel? (1:8-9)
- How did Paul emphasize the importance of representing the gospel accurately? (1:8-9)
- What accusation had been directed at Paul? (1:10)
- How did Paul affirm his purpose to please God? (1:10)
Apply It
- How can you prepare to respond the next time you hear a distorted message about Christ?
- As a servant of Christ, what are some ways you can best share the true gospel with the unbelievers you know?
- What important letter to a struggling believer can you write today?
Paul Called by God - Galatians 1:11-24
Understand It
- What gospel did Paul preach? (1:11-12)
- What did Paul try to establish by bringing up his personal history? (1:13-14)
- Before his conversion, what was Paul’s approach to Judaism? (1:14)
- What three things did God do for Saul when he intervened in his life? (1:15-16)
- How did Paul emphasize that his conversion and calling were none of his own doing? (1:15-16)
- What did Paul do after his conversion? (1:16-17)
- How did Paul form his theology? (1:16-17)
- How long did Paul wait before going to Jerusalem? (1:18)
- How much time did Paul spend with Peter? (1:18)
- While in Jerusalem, which other apostle did Paul meet? (1:19)
- Why did Paul want his readers to know how limited his relationship was to the apostles? (1:18-19)
- What did Paul say to confirm the truth of his testimony? (1:20)
- How was Paul’s ministry clearly not under the authority or oversight of the Jerusalem church? (1:21-22)
- What was reported to the Judean churches about Paul? (1:23-24)
Apply It
- What change do you want to make in your life this week to reflect your walk by faith?
- What kind of prayer and Bible study this week would most help you in your witness to others?
