Schrader Lane Church of Christ
Jon Pinkerton - Facilitator
March 12, 2025
Galatians 3:7ff
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Opening Remarks
- The session began with informal greetings and discussions about personal activities such as walking.
- Participants shared updates on their day and mentioned recent travels.
Prayer Session
- A time was dedicated to mentioning individuals in need of prayer, including Ginger James, DD Hail, Andre Tice, and Edith.
- Emphasis on praying for the sick, those in mourning, and those feeling lost.
- A collective prayer was led by the speaker, expressing gratitude for life, fellowship, blessings, and spiritual guidance.
- The prayer highlighted themes of faith, forgiveness, mercy, and the continuous presence of God.
Study of Galatians Chapter 3
Introduction
- The class continued the study of Galatians, focusing on Chapter 3.
- Discussion on the technical challenges when managing digital files for the session.
- Opened the floor for questions and comments before delving deeper into the chapter.
Key Discussion Points
- Paul's Writing to the Galatians:
- Paul addresses the Galatians about the judaizers and the burden of the law.
- Emphasizes faith over the works of the law.
- Faith and Righteousness:
- Reference to Genesis 15:6, Abraham's belief in God credited as righteousness.
- Only those of faith are considered sons of Abraham.
- The Gospel was foreseen and preached to Abraham.
- The Curse of the Law:
- Cursed is everyone who does not follow the entire law.
- Christ redeemed believers from the curse of the law by becoming a curse himself.
- Abraham's blessing extended to the Gentiles through faith in Christ.
- The Role of the Spirit:
- Faith in Christ allows believers to receive the promise of the Spirit.
Practical Applications
- Contemporary Relevance:
- Modern-day applications of Old Testament laws to the Christian church.
- Discussion on false practices like cherry-picking laws and the error of enforcing tithing as per the Old Testament.
- Liberality in Christ:
- The freedom in Christ does not equate to freedom to sin.
- Emphasis on pointing others to Scripture, and not debating over personal or traditional interpretations.
Reflections and Engagement
- The importance of understanding both faith and spirit as part of a Christian life.
- Encouragement to focus on Scripture for guidance and correction, minimizing personal biases.
- The class discussed how to approach people of different faiths with respect and understanding.
Closing and Next Steps
- The session concluded with an acknowledgment of the depth of the discussion.
- Plans to continue with the study of Galatians in the next class.
- Noted the recording and availability of the session for further review.
- Transition to a devotional segment was mentioned.
General Remarks
- Expression of gratitude for participation and contributions from class members.
- Encouragement to continue the study and understanding of faith in context.
Jon Pinkerton - Facilitator
March 12, 2025
Galatians 3:7ff
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Opening Remarks
- The session began with informal greetings and discussions about personal activities such as walking.
- Participants shared updates on their day and mentioned recent travels.
Prayer Session
- A time was dedicated to mentioning individuals in need of prayer, including Ginger James, DD Hail, Andre Tice, and Edith.
- Emphasis on praying for the sick, those in mourning, and those feeling lost.
- A collective prayer was led by the speaker, expressing gratitude for life, fellowship, blessings, and spiritual guidance.
- The prayer highlighted themes of faith, forgiveness, mercy, and the continuous presence of God.
Study of Galatians Chapter 3
Introduction
- The class continued the study of Galatians, focusing on Chapter 3.
- Discussion on the technical challenges when managing digital files for the session.
- Opened the floor for questions and comments before delving deeper into the chapter.
Key Discussion Points
- Paul's Writing to the Galatians:
- Paul addresses the Galatians about the judaizers and the burden of the law.
- Emphasizes faith over the works of the law.
- Faith and Righteousness:
- Reference to Genesis 15:6, Abraham's belief in God credited as righteousness.
- Only those of faith are considered sons of Abraham.
- The Gospel was foreseen and preached to Abraham.
- The Curse of the Law:
- Cursed is everyone who does not follow the entire law.
- Christ redeemed believers from the curse of the law by becoming a curse himself.
- Abraham's blessing extended to the Gentiles through faith in Christ.
- The Role of the Spirit:
- Faith in Christ allows believers to receive the promise of the Spirit.
Practical Applications
- Contemporary Relevance:
- Modern-day applications of Old Testament laws to the Christian church.
- Discussion on false practices like cherry-picking laws and the error of enforcing tithing as per the Old Testament.
- Liberality in Christ:
- The freedom in Christ does not equate to freedom to sin.
- Emphasis on pointing others to Scripture, and not debating over personal or traditional interpretations.
Reflections and Engagement
- The importance of understanding both faith and spirit as part of a Christian life.
- Encouragement to focus on Scripture for guidance and correction, minimizing personal biases.
- The class discussed how to approach people of different faiths with respect and understanding.
Closing and Next Steps
- The session concluded with an acknowledgment of the depth of the discussion.
- Plans to continue with the study of Galatians in the next class.
- Noted the recording and availability of the session for further review.
- Transition to a devotional segment was mentioned.
General Remarks
- Expression of gratitude for participation and contributions from class members.
- Encouragement to continue the study and understanding of faith in context.