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Galatians Verse-by-Verse ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
My thanks to Warren W. Weirsbe and James Burton Coffman for their commentary thoughts. Most of the material below is from them. Galatians 1:1-10 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 4:1-20 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 1:11-24 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 4:21-31 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 2:1-10 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 5:1-12 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 2:11-21 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 5:13-26 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 3:1-14 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 6:1-10 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 3:15-29 ...PDF ...PPT Galatians 6-11-18 ...PDF ...PPT |
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Galatians -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Expository Lesson (Galatians 1:11-2:21)
A look at the first major section of Paul's letter to the Galatians. PDF
Galatians 1:11-24 (Gal. 1:11-24)
Paul did not invent the gospel, nor received it from men. It came to him from Jesus Christ. PDF
Evaders of Truth (Galatians 1:7)
Some sad tactics people use to evade the truth. PDF
A Proof of the Resurrection: The Conversion of Saul of Tarsus (Galatians 1:11-24)
No one could have converted Saul of Tarsus except a resurrected Jesus. PDF
Grace and Law (Galatians 3:1-7)
The uselessness of practicing the Law for salvation. PDF
God Sent Forth His Son (Galatians 4:1-4)
This text is all about Jesus Christ. A wonderful text to understand the fulfillment of Christ's coming. PDF
The Blessings of Sonship (Galatians 4:4-7)
This lesson is about the blessings of sonship, rather than the process of adoption. PDF
Let's Talk About Christmas (Galatians 4:10; Colossians 2:16)
A brief look at Christmas historically and religiously speaking with advice. PDF
Falling from Grace (Galatians 5:1-7)
The Bible teaches the possibility that Christians can forfeit their salvation and lose the hope of eternal life. PDF
Spiritual Drop-Outs (Galatians 5:1-7)
God desires the salvation of all people. He does not delight in spiritual drop-outs. PDF PPT
You Were Running Well--What Happened? (Galatians 5:1-8)
At one time the Galatian Christians were doing well, but something happened. PDF
The Flesh vs. The Spirit (Galatians 5:13-26)
Some thoughts on living a life after the teachings of the Holy Spirit. PDF
The Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:16-25)
Love PDF
Joy PDF PPT
Peace PDF
Patience PDF PPT
Kindness PDF
Goodness PDF PPT
Faithfulness PDF PPT
Gentleness PDF PPT
Self-control PDF
Overcoming Envy (Galatians 5:22-26)
Envy is a very common sin, but sometimes goes unnoticed. PDF PPT
Spiritual Maturity (Galatians 6:1)
What spiritual maturity is and what it is not. PDF
Bear One Another's Burdens (Galatians 6:1-5)
Everyone has a burden to carry. Some burdens are to be shared by others, or borne alone, or given to Jesus. PDF
What Are You Planting? (Galatians 6:7-9)
How we invest our life, that is what we plant, will determine how and what we reap. PDF
The Israel of God (Galatians 6:11-18)
The church is the spiritual Israel of God. PDF
Ephesians ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Our Heavenly Father (Ephesians 1:1-6)
We serve a great God! A sermon on the promises and blessings of Eph. 1:1-6. PDF
Spiritual Blessings in Christ (Ephesians 1:1-6)
Five very important blessings (privileges) that every Christian enjoys. PDF PPT
What is Right with the Church - Part 1 (Ephesians 1:3-6)
It is easy to complain about things, but there are several items that the church is doing well. PDF
What is Right with the Church - Part 2 (Eph. 1:3-6; 1Peter 3:14-16)
More wonderful characteristics of the Lord's church. PDF
Exposition of Ephesians 1:1-14 (Ephesians 1:1-14)
What God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit has done for us. PDF
Christ, the Power of God (Ephesians 1:18-23)
From Les Bonnett. The knowledge of the inheritance, the manifestation of power, and the dominion of the Lord. PDF
Christ and His Church (Ephesians 1:22-23)
Many wonderful connections between Christ and the church. PDF
Grace, the Three Enemies of (Ephesians 2:1-9)
My thanks to Max Lucado and his wonderful illustration of the river. PDF PPT
Amazing Grace (Ephesians 2:1-10)
The sermon outline comes from the hymn that we sing. PDF
We Need Grace (Ephesians 2:4-9)
A sermon on the need and means of obtaining grace. PDF
What Grace Demands (Ephesians 2:4-9)
Grace demands a love and knowledge of the truth, and the obedience of faith. PDF
God's Plan for Saving Man (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Seven important truths of the New testament of God's plan to save mankind. PDF PPT
Remember What You Were (Ephesians 2:11-13)
The Gentiles were spiritually, physically, and politically bankrupt unto God. PDF
The Fruit of the Spirit: Peace (Ephesians 2:13-18)
A lesson on peace with God, with one another, and with self. PDF
Shackled by Racism (Ephesians 2:14-19)
From Winford Claiborne. Some thoughts on discrimination and the Biblical basis for condemning racism. PDF
What the Church Is (Ephesians 2:17-22)
Nine descriptions of the church. PDF PPT
God's Holy Building (Ephesians 2:19-22)
The church's form and structure is grand and glorious. PDF
The Church in Promise (Ephesians 3:1-12)
The church was in the eternal promises of God; here are four fulfilled prophecies. PDF
The Gospel Caper (Ephesians 3:1-13)
What the mystery is, and the wonderful blessings that come with it. PDF
The Eternal Purpose of God (Ephesians 3:8-12)
God's eternal purpose was and is to save men through Jesus Christ. PDF
Christ's Church Begins (Ephesians 3:9-11)
Some initial things that happened when Christ's church began. PDF
God is Able (Ephesians 3:14-21)
God is always able to do far exceedingly more than we ask or imagine. PDF Audio
To Know the Love of Christ (Ephesians 3:14-21)
The apostle Paul has many prayers in the New Testament; here is one of them. PDF
Start Dreaming and Keep Praying! (Ephesians 3:14-21)
The church is always on the edge of greatness or the edge of defeat. PDF
Dreaming the Possible Dream (Ephesians 3:20-21)
A sermon based on the popular song, "The Impossible Dream." The Bible says we can do it! PDF
Walking in a Worthy Manner (Ephesians 4:1-3)
This lesson deals with who is worthy and why. Walk accordingly! PDF
The Seven Ones of Ephesians, Chapter Four (Ephesians 4:1-6)
The Bible teaches unity in the one church. Here are seven things that give that unity. PDF PPT
The Oneness of the Church (Ephesians 4:1-7)
A simple but powerful lesson about the one church of the Bible. PDF PPT
What Is the Church? (Ephesians 4:11-13)
The church is built on God's word, and is a suffering, sharing, universal, maturing church. PDF
The Government of the Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)
Jesus founded the church and set it up just the way He wants it. PDF
How to Build Up the Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)
Everyone should be interested in church growth. Grow spiritually and numerically. PDF
Ministries in the Church (Ephesians 4:11-17)
A review of the roles of deacons, elders, preachers, and members of the church. PDF
What I Owe My Home Congregation (Ephesians 4:13-16)
Those who worship in a particular place have obligations to fulfill. PDF
Satan's Master Strategy (Ephesians 4:17-24)
Five steps to spiritual destruction and five steps to spiritual success. PDF
Overcoming Anger (Ephesians 4:25-27)
A look at some causes and coping mechanisms for anger. PDF PPT Audio
Paul's Two-Day Calendar (Ephesians 4:28-32)
As we plan our lives we only need be concerned about today, and the (judgment) day to come. PDF
The Three Gates of the Tongue (Ephesians 4:28-32)
Three important rules for our speech in order to be spoken. PDF
Put Away All Falsehood (Ephesians 5:25-32)
What we say is powerful. Let me suggest what I call the three gates of the tongue. PDF
Be An Imitator of God (Ephesians 5:1-17)
We have been made in the image of God, it behooves us to live like Him. PDF
Are You a "Postage Stamp" Christian? (Ephesians 5:1-10)
A sermon based on an article from Gus Nichols. PDF
Fellowshipping the Dark Side (Ephesians 5:3-12)
From Jeff Jenkins. A sermon about spiritual darkness and spiritual light. PDF
Simple Lessons on the Spirit (Ephesians 5:15-19)
Basics from the New Testament about the Holy Spirit. PDF
No Instrumental Music in the Church (Ephesians 5:15-21)
Building a case as to why the churches of Christ do not use instrumental music in their worship services. PDF PPT
Why the Churches of Christ Do Not Use Instrumental Music (Ephesians 5:15-21)
One of the most peculiar things about the churches of Christ is their exclusive use of a cappella music. This lesson attempts to explain why. PDF
Sing with the Mouth, Heart, and Mind (Ephesians 5:19)
Singing is very important in worship. Some thoughts on doing it right. PDF
The Glorious Church (Ephesians 5:23-27)
The church is a divine institution that is full of glory from many aspects. PDF
Six Out of Seven tragedies in the Home (Ephesians 6:1-4)
A word of warning about the negative effects of society on the home/family. PDF
Good Rules for the Family (Ephesians 6:1-4)
Instructions to the fathers and the children. PDF
Strengthening the Family (Ephesians 6:1-4)
A lesson using the text that emphasizes what children are to do to help the family unit. PDF
The Christian Father (Ephesians 6:1-4)
The Christian father is to live and care for his family, takes responsibility, is impartial with his children, and is a worthy example. PDF
Slaves are to be Obedient (Ephesians 6:5-9)
This lesson views slaves in the employer-employee relationship. PDF
What Makes a Church Strong? (Ephesians 6:10-12)
Six things that will help make any congregation a spiritually strong church. PDF
Be Strong in the Lord (Ephesians 6:10-17)
From this text, we study what Paul says about how to be strong in the Lord. PDF
The Tools of Satan (Ephesians 6:12-17)
In our fight against wickedness we need to know what Satan will offer us. PDF
Get Ready to Fight! (Ephesians 6:13-17)
The struggle is not against flesh and blood. We need powerful armor! PDF
The Armor of God (Ephesians 6:13-17)
Offensive and defensive weapons to use in the fight against temptation and sin. PDF
Some Mysteries in the Church (Ephesians 6:18-20)
Some mysteries about life, that God doesn't understand. PDF
Expository Lesson (Galatians 1:11-2:21)
A look at the first major section of Paul's letter to the Galatians. PDF
Galatians 1:11-24 (Gal. 1:11-24)
Paul did not invent the gospel, nor received it from men. It came to him from Jesus Christ. PDF
Evaders of Truth (Galatians 1:7)
Some sad tactics people use to evade the truth. PDF
A Proof of the Resurrection: The Conversion of Saul of Tarsus (Galatians 1:11-24)
No one could have converted Saul of Tarsus except a resurrected Jesus. PDF
Grace and Law (Galatians 3:1-7)
The uselessness of practicing the Law for salvation. PDF
God Sent Forth His Son (Galatians 4:1-4)
This text is all about Jesus Christ. A wonderful text to understand the fulfillment of Christ's coming. PDF
The Blessings of Sonship (Galatians 4:4-7)
This lesson is about the blessings of sonship, rather than the process of adoption. PDF
Let's Talk About Christmas (Galatians 4:10; Colossians 2:16)
A brief look at Christmas historically and religiously speaking with advice. PDF
Falling from Grace (Galatians 5:1-7)
The Bible teaches the possibility that Christians can forfeit their salvation and lose the hope of eternal life. PDF
Spiritual Drop-Outs (Galatians 5:1-7)
God desires the salvation of all people. He does not delight in spiritual drop-outs. PDF PPT
You Were Running Well--What Happened? (Galatians 5:1-8)
At one time the Galatian Christians were doing well, but something happened. PDF
The Flesh vs. The Spirit (Galatians 5:13-26)
Some thoughts on living a life after the teachings of the Holy Spirit. PDF
The Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:16-25)
Love PDF
Joy PDF PPT
Peace PDF
Patience PDF PPT
Kindness PDF
Goodness PDF PPT
Faithfulness PDF PPT
Gentleness PDF PPT
Self-control PDF
Overcoming Envy (Galatians 5:22-26)
Envy is a very common sin, but sometimes goes unnoticed. PDF PPT
Spiritual Maturity (Galatians 6:1)
What spiritual maturity is and what it is not. PDF
Bear One Another's Burdens (Galatians 6:1-5)
Everyone has a burden to carry. Some burdens are to be shared by others, or borne alone, or given to Jesus. PDF
What Are You Planting? (Galatians 6:7-9)
How we invest our life, that is what we plant, will determine how and what we reap. PDF
The Israel of God (Galatians 6:11-18)
The church is the spiritual Israel of God. PDF
Ephesians ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Our Heavenly Father (Ephesians 1:1-6)
We serve a great God! A sermon on the promises and blessings of Eph. 1:1-6. PDF
Spiritual Blessings in Christ (Ephesians 1:1-6)
Five very important blessings (privileges) that every Christian enjoys. PDF PPT
What is Right with the Church - Part 1 (Ephesians 1:3-6)
It is easy to complain about things, but there are several items that the church is doing well. PDF
What is Right with the Church - Part 2 (Eph. 1:3-6; 1Peter 3:14-16)
More wonderful characteristics of the Lord's church. PDF
Exposition of Ephesians 1:1-14 (Ephesians 1:1-14)
What God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit has done for us. PDF
Christ, the Power of God (Ephesians 1:18-23)
From Les Bonnett. The knowledge of the inheritance, the manifestation of power, and the dominion of the Lord. PDF
Christ and His Church (Ephesians 1:22-23)
Many wonderful connections between Christ and the church. PDF
Grace, the Three Enemies of (Ephesians 2:1-9)
My thanks to Max Lucado and his wonderful illustration of the river. PDF PPT
Amazing Grace (Ephesians 2:1-10)
The sermon outline comes from the hymn that we sing. PDF
We Need Grace (Ephesians 2:4-9)
A sermon on the need and means of obtaining grace. PDF
What Grace Demands (Ephesians 2:4-9)
Grace demands a love and knowledge of the truth, and the obedience of faith. PDF
God's Plan for Saving Man (Ephesians 2:8-9)
Seven important truths of the New testament of God's plan to save mankind. PDF PPT
Remember What You Were (Ephesians 2:11-13)
The Gentiles were spiritually, physically, and politically bankrupt unto God. PDF
The Fruit of the Spirit: Peace (Ephesians 2:13-18)
A lesson on peace with God, with one another, and with self. PDF
Shackled by Racism (Ephesians 2:14-19)
From Winford Claiborne. Some thoughts on discrimination and the Biblical basis for condemning racism. PDF
What the Church Is (Ephesians 2:17-22)
Nine descriptions of the church. PDF PPT
God's Holy Building (Ephesians 2:19-22)
The church's form and structure is grand and glorious. PDF
The Church in Promise (Ephesians 3:1-12)
The church was in the eternal promises of God; here are four fulfilled prophecies. PDF
The Gospel Caper (Ephesians 3:1-13)
What the mystery is, and the wonderful blessings that come with it. PDF
The Eternal Purpose of God (Ephesians 3:8-12)
God's eternal purpose was and is to save men through Jesus Christ. PDF
Christ's Church Begins (Ephesians 3:9-11)
Some initial things that happened when Christ's church began. PDF
God is Able (Ephesians 3:14-21)
God is always able to do far exceedingly more than we ask or imagine. PDF Audio
To Know the Love of Christ (Ephesians 3:14-21)
The apostle Paul has many prayers in the New Testament; here is one of them. PDF
Start Dreaming and Keep Praying! (Ephesians 3:14-21)
The church is always on the edge of greatness or the edge of defeat. PDF
Dreaming the Possible Dream (Ephesians 3:20-21)
A sermon based on the popular song, "The Impossible Dream." The Bible says we can do it! PDF
Walking in a Worthy Manner (Ephesians 4:1-3)
This lesson deals with who is worthy and why. Walk accordingly! PDF
The Seven Ones of Ephesians, Chapter Four (Ephesians 4:1-6)
The Bible teaches unity in the one church. Here are seven things that give that unity. PDF PPT
The Oneness of the Church (Ephesians 4:1-7)
A simple but powerful lesson about the one church of the Bible. PDF PPT
What Is the Church? (Ephesians 4:11-13)
The church is built on God's word, and is a suffering, sharing, universal, maturing church. PDF
The Government of the Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)
Jesus founded the church and set it up just the way He wants it. PDF
How to Build Up the Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)
Everyone should be interested in church growth. Grow spiritually and numerically. PDF
Ministries in the Church (Ephesians 4:11-17)
A review of the roles of deacons, elders, preachers, and members of the church. PDF
What I Owe My Home Congregation (Ephesians 4:13-16)
Those who worship in a particular place have obligations to fulfill. PDF
Satan's Master Strategy (Ephesians 4:17-24)
Five steps to spiritual destruction and five steps to spiritual success. PDF
Overcoming Anger (Ephesians 4:25-27)
A look at some causes and coping mechanisms for anger. PDF PPT Audio
Paul's Two-Day Calendar (Ephesians 4:28-32)
As we plan our lives we only need be concerned about today, and the (judgment) day to come. PDF
The Three Gates of the Tongue (Ephesians 4:28-32)
Three important rules for our speech in order to be spoken. PDF
Put Away All Falsehood (Ephesians 5:25-32)
What we say is powerful. Let me suggest what I call the three gates of the tongue. PDF
Be An Imitator of God (Ephesians 5:1-17)
We have been made in the image of God, it behooves us to live like Him. PDF
Are You a "Postage Stamp" Christian? (Ephesians 5:1-10)
A sermon based on an article from Gus Nichols. PDF
Fellowshipping the Dark Side (Ephesians 5:3-12)
From Jeff Jenkins. A sermon about spiritual darkness and spiritual light. PDF
Simple Lessons on the Spirit (Ephesians 5:15-19)
Basics from the New Testament about the Holy Spirit. PDF
No Instrumental Music in the Church (Ephesians 5:15-21)
Building a case as to why the churches of Christ do not use instrumental music in their worship services. PDF PPT
Why the Churches of Christ Do Not Use Instrumental Music (Ephesians 5:15-21)
One of the most peculiar things about the churches of Christ is their exclusive use of a cappella music. This lesson attempts to explain why. PDF
Sing with the Mouth, Heart, and Mind (Ephesians 5:19)
Singing is very important in worship. Some thoughts on doing it right. PDF
The Glorious Church (Ephesians 5:23-27)
The church is a divine institution that is full of glory from many aspects. PDF
Six Out of Seven tragedies in the Home (Ephesians 6:1-4)
A word of warning about the negative effects of society on the home/family. PDF
Good Rules for the Family (Ephesians 6:1-4)
Instructions to the fathers and the children. PDF
Strengthening the Family (Ephesians 6:1-4)
A lesson using the text that emphasizes what children are to do to help the family unit. PDF
The Christian Father (Ephesians 6:1-4)
The Christian father is to live and care for his family, takes responsibility, is impartial with his children, and is a worthy example. PDF
Slaves are to be Obedient (Ephesians 6:5-9)
This lesson views slaves in the employer-employee relationship. PDF
What Makes a Church Strong? (Ephesians 6:10-12)
Six things that will help make any congregation a spiritually strong church. PDF
Be Strong in the Lord (Ephesians 6:10-17)
From this text, we study what Paul says about how to be strong in the Lord. PDF
The Tools of Satan (Ephesians 6:12-17)
In our fight against wickedness we need to know what Satan will offer us. PDF
Get Ready to Fight! (Ephesians 6:13-17)
The struggle is not against flesh and blood. We need powerful armor! PDF
The Armor of God (Ephesians 6:13-17)
Offensive and defensive weapons to use in the fight against temptation and sin. PDF
Some Mysteries in the Church (Ephesians 6:18-20)
Some mysteries about life, that God doesn't understand. PDF