Galatians 5

1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.

2 Behold, I Paul say unto you, that if ye be circumcised, Christ shall profit you nothing.

3 For I testify again to every man that is circumcised, that he is a debtor to do the whole law.

4 Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.

5 For we through the Spirit wait for the hope of righteousness by faith.

6 For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love.

7 Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth?

8 This persuasion cometh not of him that calleth you.

9 A little leaven leaveneth the whole lump.

10 I have confidence in you through the Lord, that ye will be none otherwise minded: but he that troubleth you shall bear his judgment, whosoever he be.

11 And I, brethren, if I yet preach circumcision, why do I yet suffer persecution? then is the offence of the cross ceased.

12 I would they were even cut off which trouble you.

13 For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.

14 For all the law is fulfilled in one word, even in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

15 But if ye bite and devour one another, take heed that ye be not consumed one of another.

16 This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh.

17 For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would.

18 But if ye be led of the Spirit, ye are not under the law.

19 Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness,

20 Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies,

21 Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God.

22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,

23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.

24 And they that are Christ's have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts.

25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit.

26 Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another.

Teachings

Doing All Things In Love

God calls believers to express love through the ordinary things they do and to let love shape their actions toward others.

Rejecting Jealousy And Comparison

Believers should reject jealousy and comparison and learn to rejoice in what God does for others.

The Works Of The Flesh

The works of the flesh must be recognized and rejected as believers learn to walk according to the Spirit.

Deny the Flesh

Believers are called to walk according to the Spirit rather than the desires of the flesh.

Depending On The Holy Spirit

God calls believers to depend upon the Holy Spirit for strength, wisdom, and faithful service.

Led By The Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit faithfully leads God's people as they trust Him and walk in obedience to His will.

Living By The Spirit

God calls believers to live in dependence upon the Holy Spirit, who empowers them to grow in obedience and faithfully follow Christ.

Living Waters Within

Christ gives living water that becomes an inward source of spiritual life and refreshment.

Man or Woman of the Spirit

A man or woman of the Spirit is a believer whose life, decisions, and desires are governed by the Holy Spirit rather than the flesh.

The Power Of God Transforms

God's power is not merely demonstrated through outward signs but works within people to transform the heart and enable them to serve others.

Walking In Love

God calls His people to walk in love, reflecting His character in their relationship with Him and with others.

Walking in the Spirit

Believers are called to live under the guidance of the Holy Spirit rather than following the desires of the flesh.

Love Is Proven by Action

Biblical love is demonstrated through actions, service, generosity, and compassion toward others.

Love Serves Others

Biblical love is demonstrated by serving others with humility, compassion, and selflessness.

Following God's Leading

God faithfully leads His people in the right path as they trust Him, follow His Word, and walk in obedience to His will.

Freedom From The Past

Christ calls His people to walk in the freedom He provides instead of remaining bound by their past.

God's Power Is More Than Words

The work of God in a believer's life should not remain merely in words but should be seen in a life transformed and directed by the Holy Spirit.

Spiritual Discipline Over Feelings

Spiritual growth is developed through consistent obedience to God rather than being directed by changing emotions.

Stop Living by Feelings

Spiritual maturity is developed by walking according to God's truth rather than changing emotions.

The Danger Of Divination

Scripture warns God's people against seeking spiritual knowledge or guidance through forbidden sources rather than looking to God.

The Soul And The Spirit

God's Word helps believers distinguish between the soul and the spirit so they may grow in spiritual maturity.

Do Not Mistake Survival For Growth

Becoming accustomed to struggle is not the same as building a life that shows evidence of spiritual growth.

Guarding Against Occult Practices

God calls His people to reject occult practices and remain separate from spiritual practices that oppose His Word.

Worship Through Service

Worship includes giving ourselves to God through faithful service to Him and to others.

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