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Galatians 1-8 Analysis

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Galatians 1:1 Paul, an apostle-sent not from men nor by a man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead-

Our callings were each given to us by God. We should have no problems telling others that.

We keep our dignity and honor, like an ambassador, to represent well our God. We exalt ourselves and our ministries in order to gain authority among men. This is not self-conceit, but needed glorying.

Paul takes pride in his ministry, not to raise himself but to glorify God. It's not Paul of Tarsus, no, it's Paul, an apostle, sent by Jesus Christ. He isn't just one of many, he is sent by Christ and God the Father. Knowing this, people may be more eager to listen to him. Paul is raising himself to make the Gospel known; the love, the grace and the mercy of God. …show more content…

He tells the Galatians: "Did they convince you that my call is inferior? They are only called of men or by a man. My call is the highest possible because it is by Jesus Christ and God the

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