◄ Galatians 3:2 ►
I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit by works of the law, or by hearing with faith? Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Galatians 3:2? 2. How does Galatians 3:2 emphasize faith over works for receiving the Spirit? 3. What role does the Holy Spirit play in our daily Christian walk? 4. How can we ensure our faith aligns with the message in Galatians 3:2? 5. What Old Testament examples support the faith principle in Galatians 3:2? 6. How can we apply the lesson of faith in Galatians 3:2 today? 7. How does Galatians 3:2 challenge the belief in salvation through works? 8. What does Galatians 3:2 reveal about the role of the Holy Spirit in faith? 9. How does Galatians 3:2 address the relationship between law and faith? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Galatians 3? 11. What is the true message of faith and unity? 12. What defines meritorious works? 13. In 1 Corinthians 11:3–10, how can the requirement for women to cover their heads be reconciled with the claim that there is “no male and female” in Galatians 3:28? 14. How does Galatians 3:28's declaration of unity erase cultural, gender, and social distinctions that still seem to persist in both biblical and modern contexts? Discussion Questions 1. How does Paul's question in Galatians 3:2 challenge the Galatians' understanding of their faith journey? 2. In what ways can modern Christians be tempted to rely on "works of the law" rather than "hearing with faith"? 3. How does the reception of the Holy Spirit serve as evidence of genuine faith in your own life? 4. What are some practical ways to guard against legalism in your personal walk with Christ? 5. How can the principle of "hearing with faith" be applied to your daily Bible study and prayer life? 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 3:2 NIV Galatians 3:2 NLT Galatians 3:2 ESV Galatians 3:2 NASB Galatians 3:2 KJV Galatians 3:2 Commentaries Bible Hub