This week’s passage in Galatians digs into the marvelous promises of God, first made to Abraham, promises which only come to those who put their faith in Jesus Christ. What are these promises? god’s forgiveness today, His power every day, and His presence forever!

Scripture Reference

Galatians 3: 15-22

Complementary Passage: Genesis 12: 1-9

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Through Christ We Receive God’s Promise of His Forgiveness Today, His Power Every Day, and His Presence Forever

1. God’s Promises Don’t Depend On Our Obeying the Law
   1. God’s Promises Predate the Jewish Law (verses 15-18) – His promises are ironclad
   2. The Jewish Law Didn’t Give Promises – it was a temporary measure to reveal mankind’s sin and need for a Savior (verses 19-21)
   3. The Promises of God are given through faith in Christ (verse 22)
2. We Receive God’s Promises Through Faith in Christ
   1. Through  Christ, We Receive God’s Forgiveness Today (verse 21): Life and righteousness through faith in Christ (John 3: 16-18)
   2. Through Christ, We Receive the Promise of God’s Power Every Day (verse 14): The Holy Spirit given when we believe, empowering us every day (Galatians 5: 22-23)
   3. Through Christ, We Receive the Promise of God’s Presence Forever (verse 18): Our eternal inheritance in heaven (Revelation 21)