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Scott Beyer
06/20/23 - Bulletin

“So have I become your enemy by telling you the truth?” (Galatians 4:16)

            Surround yourself with people who will tell you truth.  That includes these sorts of phrases:

            “No.”
            “Are you sure about that?”
            “Have you considered things from another perspective?”
            “That was wrong/inappropriate.”

            Those who will tell you the truth aren’t your enemies.  They are your real friends.  You want people, especially Christian people, who will give you push-back and challenge you.  The apostle Paul loved the Galatians, and he refused to ignore their flaws in order to maintain an easy, shallow relationship.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: Galatians 4:9-20

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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