Galatians 2:15
We who are Jews by birth and not Gentile "sinners"
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Galatians 2:15?

2. How does Galatians 2:15 emphasize the distinction between Jews and Gentiles?

3. What does "not justified by the works of the law" mean for believers today?

4. How does Galatians 2:15 connect with Ephesians 2:8-9 on salvation by faith?

5. How can we apply the principle of faith over works in daily life?

6. Why is understanding our identity in Christ crucial for living out Galatians 2:15?

7. What does Galatians 2:15 reveal about the distinction between Jews and Gentiles in early Christianity?

8. How does Galatians 2:15 challenge the concept of justification by works?

9. Why is the identity of "we" in Galatians 2:15 significant for understanding Paul's message?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Galatians 2?

11. What defines Mid-Acts Dispensationalism?

12. What is the Right Hand of Fellowship?

13. What is the main message of Galatians?

14. What defines the New Perspective on Paul?
Discussion Questions
1. How does understanding our identity in Christ help us navigate cultural and ethnic differences within the church?

2. In what ways can we ensure that our actions align with the gospel message of grace and not fall into hypocrisy?

3. How can the church today learn from the early church’s struggle with law and grace to better integrate diverse believers?

4. What practical steps can we take to foster unity in our local church community, reflecting the unity Paul speaks of in Ephesians 2?

5. How does the concept of justification by faith challenge or affirm your current understanding of salvation and Christian living?1. What does Paul's return to Jerusalem reveal about his dedication to the Gospel?

2. How does Peter's hypocrisy in Antioch illustrate the struggle between cultural pressures and the truth of the Gospel?

3. How does Paul's confrontation with Peter demonstrate his commitment to Gospel truth?

4. What does Paul's argument for justification by faith mean for our understanding of salvation?

5. How does Paul's description of living "by faith in the Son of God" apply to your personal faith journey?

6. How does this chapter deepen your understanding of the concept of "freedom in Christ"?

7. How does the conflict in Antioch inform our understanding of the early church's struggles?

8. How can we follow Paul's example to confront hypocrisy in our Christian communities today?

9. What is the significance of Paul's statement, "If righteousness could be gained through the law, Christ died for nothing"?

10. How does Paul's insistence on remembering the poor apply to our Christian responsibility towards social justice today?

11. How does the confrontation between Paul and Peter illuminate the tension between Jewish and Gentile Christians?

12. How does this chapter challenge us to align our actions with the truth of the Gospel?

13. How does the acceptance of Paul's ministry by the Jerusalem leaders validate his apostleship?

14. In what ways does the division in Antioch serve as a reminder of the human tendencies that can affect even spiritual leaders?

15. How does the phrase "not I, but Christ lives in me" inspire your understanding of Christian identity?

16. How can we reconcile cultural traditions with the universality of the Gospel message in our context?

17. How does this chapter speak to the importance of addressing and resolving conflicts within the church?

18. In what ways does Paul's defense of the Gospel challenge you to deepen your understanding of faith and works?

19. How does the situation in Antioch relate to present day conflicts within the church over doctrinal issues?

20. How can we ensure that our practices and beliefs align with the principle of justification by faith as opposed to works of the law?

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