Justin is preaching through the book of Galatians. I will try to post notes every week, but I am training Karis to sit in church, so we will see if I can take notes.1. The conflict b/t Paul & Peter wasn't permanent.
2. If an apostle like Peter can fall into sin by distorting the gospel, so can we.
5 steps that led to the rebuke of Peter from Paul:
1. Peter comes to Antioch & eats with Gentiles.
(strict Jews don't eat with Gentiles or what Gentiles eat)
2. Some men came from Jerusalem claiming to be from James.
3. In fear, Peter withdraws from fellowship with the Gentiles.
(By withdrawing Peter's implying Gentiles need something else, he's undermining the gospel.
4. Many others including Barnabas followed Peter into this sin.
(ours sins can lead others astray)
5. Paul rebukes Peter publicly.
Application:
I. It is not enough to believe the gospel, we must also live in sync with the gospel.
(Fearing man, hypocrisy, and legalism are out of step with the gospel.)
II. We must confront gospel destroying behavior.
4 Reflections on confronting:
1. It is not our preference to confront.
2. Where the gospel is at stake nothing is more important.
3. Not every dispute over doctrine or preferences warrants a rebuke.
4. Standing for the gospel can be lonely business.
Is there anything in my life that is out of sync with the gospel?
1 comment:
thanks for the notes! i will pray for you and karis during this time-it's hard to sit still and listen, but it is such a joy to have your children learn how to worship with the family in church. keep in mind, we still struggle with beth and she's almost 5- be patient and consistent! love you!
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