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June 3

Introduction

Paul describes his meeting with the apostles in Jerusalem, and he reports on a disagreement he had with Peter in Antioch. The chapter concludes with Paul’s teaching on how one is put right with God.

Today’s Scripture: Galatians 2:16a (GNT)

Yet we know that a person is put right with God only through faith in Jesus Christ, never by doing what the Law requires.

Today’s Reading 

Galatians 2:1-21

Reflect

What was the “special task” that the apostles recognized had been given to Paul (verses 7-9)? The apostles asked that Paul “remember the needy in their group” (verse 10). In what ways do faith-based organizations remember the needy today? How do you remember the needy? What was the source of Paul’s conflict with Peter (verses 11-14)? According to Paul, how are we “put right” with God (verses 15-21)? What does being “put right with God” mean to you? 

Pray

Almighty God, thank you for the gift of faith. Through faith in your Son, Jesus, I have been reconciled and put right with you. Teach me to live my life in ways that reflect your love and in obedience to your will. In Jesus’s name I pray, Amen.

Prayer Concern

Churches experiencing conflict

Tomorrow’s Reading

Galatians 3:1-14: Paul discusses the relationship between the Law and faith.