One of the goals of any good mother and father is to raise their children, teach them, and bring them to a place where they can do it themselves. This is also God's goal for us.
Galatians 4:1-7
As long as one is a child, he has no more rights or responsibilities than a slave. As the child grows, he should become an heir by increased maturity and abilities. He is not to become a slave.
Paul uses this example as a comparison between the law and grace. Old Testament believers found favor with God by looking forward to the coming of Messiah. We receive salvation by looking back to what Jesus did on the cross for us.
The intent of the law was to point us to Jesus. The corrupt use of it turned children into slaves. People used the law as a means of salvation when it was designed to show them they could not measure up to God's standard and needed a Savior. There are those in the Old Testament who became sons, but many more became slaves.
We're to walk in FREEDOM - Stand fast liberty (5:1) Yes, it's good not to steal and to not murder, but if we try to obtain salvation via the law (our human effort), we will fail miserably. By trusting in Jesus', we rely on His perfect sacrifice.
Walk in FAITH - Faith working by love. (5:6)
Walk in SERVICE - through love serve one another (5:13)
Walk in LOVE - Love your neighbor as yourself (5:14)
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If you're visiting in the area or looking for a church home, we invite you to Zoe Christian Fellowship, 1111 Easton Rd. (Rt. 611), Warrington, PA. The church phone number is (215) 343-7686. Our Sunday morning service begins at 10 AM. We look forward to meeting you!
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