◄ Galatians 2:14 ►
When I saw that they were not walking in line with the truth of the gospel, I said to Cephas in front of them all, "If you, who are a Jew, live like a Gentile and not like a Jew, how can you compel the Gentiles to live like Jews?" Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Galatians 2:14? 2. How does Galatians 2:14 address hypocrisy in living out the Gospel truth? 3. What does "walk in line with the truth of the gospel" mean? 4. How can Galatians 2:14 guide us in confronting hypocrisy today? 5. How does Galatians 2:14 connect with James 2:14-26 on faith and works? 6. What steps can we take to ensure our actions align with the Gospel? 7. Why did Paul confront Peter publicly in Galatians 2:14 instead of privately? 8. How does Galatians 2:14 address the issue of hypocrisy among early Christians? 9. What does Galatians 2:14 reveal about the relationship between Jewish and Gentile Christians? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Galatians 2? 11. What is the Right Hand of Fellowship? 12. What occurred during the Incident at Antioch? 13. What is the meaning of Galatians 3:28? 14. In Acts 24:10-15, Paul insists he adheres to Jewish tradition while also preaching resurrection; how does this align with his earlier conflicts over the Law? Discussion Questions 1. How does Paul's confrontation with Peter in Galatians 2:14 challenge us to address inconsistencies in our own lives? 2. In what ways can the church today ensure that it is "walking in line with the truth of the gospel" as Paul describes? 3. How can we apply the principle of unity in diversity from this passage to our local church context? 4. What are some modern-day examples of hypocrisy in the church, and how can we address them in a loving and biblical manner? 5. How does understanding the cultural and historical context of Jewish-Gentile relations in the early church help us interpret and apply this passage today? Galatians 2 Bible Study Questions 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? Links Galatians 2:14 NIV Galatians 2:14 NLT Galatians 2:14 ESV Galatians 2:14 NASB Galatians 2:14 KJV Galatians 2:14 Commentaries Bible Hub