Ancestry or Family?

Scott Beyer
06/14/23 - Bulletin

“Therefore, be sure that it is those who are of faith who are sons of Abraham.” (Galatians 3:7)

            There is a difference between family and ancestry.  Ancestrally, the Jewish nation had biological connections to Abraham which were indisputable.  However, family isn’t necessarily about ancestry.  For example, adoptive families share no biology, but their bonds are clearly familial.

            The family of Abraham is made of those that follow his lifestyle of faith in God.  Abraham was led by his loyalty to God and made decisions which seemed inexplicable and even insane to those around who didn’t share his faith… but Abraham makes sense to us.  Faith in the God of heaven is worthy of full commitment.

            Christians may not share Abraham’s ancestry, but we are definitely of his family.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: Galatians 3:1-9

Questions to ask:

1. How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
2. What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
3. How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
4. What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
5. How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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