August 10, 2018 atozmom, posted in Devotionals Galatians
Galatians
The Galatians were a Gallic(Celtic) people of the Hellenistic period that dwelt mainly in the north central regions of Asia Minor or Anatolia, in what was known as Galatia, in today's Turkey. In their origin they were a part of the great migration which invaded Macedon, led by Brennus. The ori…
What is the meaning of Galatians 6 9?
Explanation and Commentary on Galatians 6:9 In this section of the Book of Galatians, the Apostle Paul is writing about doing good to others, especially those of the family of God. He lays out the principle of sowing and reaping, using the imagery of agriculture to teach his point.
What is the parallel of Galatians 6 6?
Probably the closest parallel to Galatians 6:6 is 1 Corinthians 9:11 where Paul says, "If we have sown spiritual good among you, is it too much if we reap your material benefits?" I see four implications of Galatians 6:6 that I want to mention briefly.
Why do we need Galatians 6-9 today?
That is why we need Galatians 6:9 today—that is why we’ll need Galatians 6:9 in each day ahead in this precious work in which we have been called to—to glorify God in our lives—to glorify God in His church—and that it may all glorify God in this community to bring others to Christ. So I say to you don’t give up—look up and live up.
What does Paul write to the Galatians in the Bible?
Paul writes to the Galatians… Galatians 6:9 And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. The title of the message this morning is, “Don’t give up—look up and live up.”
Do not grow weary in doing good meaning?
Weariness can be contagious (Deuteronomy 20:8). But when we fight back, it can also work the other way: to help others persevere. God means for us not only to endure in “doing good” ourselves, but to help others “not grow weary” (1 Thessalonians 5:14).
What does household of faith mean?
They may be one individual or an entire family. They are honored and remembered not by worldly standards but for their simple majestic faith. They have placed obedience to God as their sacred obligation. They love him. They trust him.
Do not get tired in doing good?
'So let's not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don't give up. '
What does Galatians 6 verse 7 mean?
Explanation and Commentary of Galatians 6:7 Even as he argues against works-righteousness by outward signs of circumcision and ceremonial restrictions, he urges righteous living and promises a harvest either way, whether it is a harvest of good or a harvest of wrongdoing.
What is the meaning of Galatians 6 9?
Explanation and Commentary on Galatians 6:9 Paul also makes the point that the principle works just as well for evil. We reap whatever we sow. If we sow into the flesh, gratifying sinful desires and working evil in the world, it will come back to us, in this life and the next.
Who is the household of God?
Every member, young and old, is a member of the household of God. ' (Eph. 2:19.) As true believers in Christ, as Christians, we have gladly taken His name upon us.
What is the Spirit of fatigue?
Spiritual fatigue is also referred to as spiritual weariness or a lack of strength to push forward; in other words, when we feel spiritually drained, defeated, and at times sick of trying. Everyone experiences spiritual weariness. It is part of the process of growing in deep relationship with Jesus.
What does the Bible say about helping too much?
2 Corinthians 9:6-8 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
What Scripture talks about not giving up?
2 Chronicles 15:7 But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded. I Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.
What does it mean to sow and reap?
To reap is “to gather a crop” and to sow, “to plant seeds.” Throughout versions of the Bible, sowing is used as a metaphor for one's actions and reaping for the results of those actions.
What does it mean to grow weary?
To grow weary = to become tired or sick of something. For example: After two hours of studying, the students began to grow weary. Mike has grown weary of living in his hometown. He wants to move.
What a man sows he shall reap meaning?
proverb A person's actions dictate the consequences they encounter. The phrase is Biblical in origin. Of course you're exhausted in class—you stay up too late!
Explanation and Commentary on Galatians 6:9
In this section of the Book of Galatians, the Apostle Paul is writing about doing good to others, especially those of the family of God. He lays out the principle of sowing and reaping, using the imagery of agriculture to teach his point. No farmer expects a harvest if he has not planted at the proper time.
Interpretation of the Key Parts of Galatians 6:9
Paul includes himself in the admonishment. Ministers are part of the sheep of God’s pasture. Even the ones called to full-time ministry can grow weary of the work if they lose sight of the harvest and the One who called them.
Biblical Translations of Galatians 6:9
NIV Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
What does Galatians 6:9 mean?
Galatians 6:9 – And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. When things are challenging or trying the temptation is always there to give up. And in the good work of the church there is always a temptation to give up because the fruit—the harvest—is usually not immediate.
Why do we need Galatians 6:9?
That is why we need Galatians 6:9 today—that is why we’ll need Galatians 6:9 in each day ahead in this precious work in which we have been called to—to glorify God in our lives—to glorify God in His church— and that it may all glorify God in this community to bring others to Christ. So I say to you don’t give up—look up and live up.
What does Paul say about doing good?
2. why one might grow weary in doing good and then we’ll look at. 3. the promise for those who don’t lose heart. All of this will help us understand why we shouldn’t give up, but that we should look up to God and live up to God’s calling.
What is the significance of Galatians 6:6?
I see four implications of Galatians 6:6 that I want to mention briefly. First, teaching the Word of God is essential in the church. We will not know the Lord as we ought if we go without sound teaching. Worship will become shallow, affections will become frothy, and obedience will languish where the whole counsel of God is not taught. Paul considered it essential.
What does Paul say about well doing?
So when Paul says in verses 9 and 10 that we should not grow weary in well-doing and that we should do good to all especially to those of the household of faith, he has in mind at least the use of our money to support those who teach us the Word of God.
What does Paul say about burdens?
You recall that in verse 2 he had said, "Bear one another's burdens." Verse 6 seems to give another example of burden-bearing—namely, the financial burden of Christian teachers. "Let him who is taught the word share all good things with him who teaches." One way to bear the burdens of those who carry major responsibilities of teaching in the church is to support them financially so that they can be free for prayer and study. Evidently there was some problem with this in Galatia. Perhaps they had made a good start, and now they were growing weary in well-doing—the well-doing of supporting the teaching elders in the church. Perhaps some were arguing that they are free in Christ and can use their money for other things. "Who needs teaching, anyway? We know enough of the truth. Money is scarce; these are hard times." We don't know what they were saying, but we do know that of all the burdens Paul could have mentioned, he chose to mention the material burden of those who teach God' s Word.