Lesson 481: Galatians 1:3

PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More wrote Galatians to churches in southern Galatia facing teachers who required Gentiles to be circumcised and keep Jewish law for full acceptance. The letter defends justification by faithTrust in God’s character, promises, and guidance — choosing confidence in Him even when circumstances are uncertain. More alone.

PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More expressed astonishment that Galatians were deserting the gospel so quickly. After defending his apostolic call, he opened the body of the letter with the standard greeting: grace and peace from God the Father and the Lord JesusJesus of Nazareth, also called the Christ or the Messiah, is the central figure of the New Testament and the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Born in the line of David, He taught with divine authority, performed miracles, and revealed the kingdom of God. Through His crucifixion and resurrection, Jesus provides atonement, salvation, and restored relationship with God. He is... More Christ.