◄ Galatians 3:12 ►
The law, however, is not based on faith; on the contrary, "The man who does these things will live by them." Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Galatians 3:12? 2. How does Galatians 3:12 contrast faith and the law for righteousness? 3. What does "the law is not based on faith" mean for believers today? 4. How can we apply "the man who does these things will live by them"? 5. How does Galatians 3:12 relate to Romans 1:17 about living by faith? 6. What practical steps can we take to prioritize faith over legalistic practices? 7. How does Galatians 3:12 challenge the concept of salvation through the law? 8. What is the historical context of Galatians 3:12 in Paul's letter to the Galatians? 9. How does Galatians 3:12 relate to the theme of faith versus works in Christianity? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Galatians 3? 11. Why does Paul focus on faith over Jesus' actual teachings? 12. How does faith in Christ free us from the law? 13. Will your words justify you? 14. How can Paul's view of all his achievements as 'loss' in Philippians 3:7-8 be reconciled with other Bible passages that stress the value of good works and moral responsibility? Discussion Questions 1. How does understanding the purpose of the Law help us appreciate the work of Christ? 2. In what ways can we fall into the trap of trying to earn God's favor through our own efforts? 3. How does living by faith differ from living by the Law in your daily life? 4. What are some practical ways to remind ourselves of our freedom in Christ when faced with legalistic tendencies? 5. How can we encourage others in our community to embrace the righteousness that comes by faith rather than works? Galatians 3 Bible Study Questions 1. What does Paul mean when he calls the Galatians foolish? 2. How does the story of Abraham's faith apply to our understanding of faith and righteousness? 3. Why does Paul say the law was a guardian? What does this mean for us today? 4. How does Paul's assertion of unity in Christ challenge societal divisions and prejudices? 5. What does it mean to be an heir according to the promise, and how does this apply to our lives as Christians? 6. How does this chapter help you understand the relationship between the law and faith? 7. How does this chapter deepen your understanding of the covenant God made with Abraham and its implications for us today? 8. What does it mean to be "clothed with Christ", and how can we live this out in our daily lives? 9. How does the concept of faith over works challenge our human tendencies to earn approval and acceptance? 10. How does Paul's explanation of the law's purpose change your perception of Old Testament laws? 11. In what ways does this chapter affirm the universality of the Gospel? 12. What does the chapter teach us about the transition from the Old Covenant to the New Covenant? 13. How can we, like Abraham, demonstrate our faith in God in our current circumstances? 14. How does Paul’s teaching in this chapter inform how we approach divisions and inequalities in our society? 15. In what ways does Paul's teaching about faith challenge the way you live out your faith? 16. How does Paul use the contrast between the law and promise to establish the foundation of faith? 17. How does Paul's view of equality in Christ challenge societal hierarchies? 18. How does the analogy of the law as a "guardian" help you understand its role and purpose? 19. How does the concept of justification by faith impact your understanding of salvation? 20. How does being an "heir according to the promise" change your view of your identity in Christ? Links Galatians 3:12 NIV Galatians 3:12 NLT Galatians 3:12 ESV Galatians 3:12 NASB Galatians 3:12 KJV Galatians 3:12 Commentaries Bible Hub