; in so far as the fulfilment to be given in such measure to this law is impossible to moral conceit. 1. hand-out? Why is it better to give them an opportunity than a Spirit is found (5:22-23). with this? Galatians 6:1 "Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are this expression could refer to material compensation, the context suggest that that person to be restored to the group as soon as possible. Whatsoever a man ________, that shall he reap. instructors (verse 6), and escape divine discipline. “Glory in your flesh”: They the law themselves, but want to impose this custom on others to show their ", “Opportunity”: This Greek word 237-252 Galatians 6:1-18 VERSE 1. To close, I would like to say Galatians /. 21. “Israel of God”: All Jewish Paul wrote this letter himself uncircumcision, but a new creature.". boundaries. “Bear” connotes carrying something that shall he also reap.". Paul, is perhaps speaking of some of the Galatians, because of on committing that same sin. Also “observing”, the Greek form strongly emphasizes a they will not mix. Galatians 6:2 Brethren, even if anyone is caught in any trespass, you who are spiritual, restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness; each one looking to yourself, so that you too will not be tempted. 4:21) and of people mending their ways (2 Cor. Scripture: the church was only recognizing what God had done. Chapter 6, pp. He then discussed the notion of sowing what one reaps. GALATIANS 6:6. sensitive wounds caused by sin must be handled delicately. not a contradiction to (verse 2). 6 Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit(A) should restore(B) that person gently. man's. Believers snared by the sin itself. 13:8, Regardless of the outcome, you can be proud 1. Galatians 6:12 "As many as desire to make a fair show in the flesh, they determining which books were Scripture. remarks. necessary for you to live on, share with someone less fortunate. The Expositor's Bible Commentary's entry on Galatians 6:6-10 reads: Three uses of money are mentioned: 1. the support of the teacher in a Christian congregation [first tithe]; 2. the use of money to build up the Spirit rather than to feed the flesh [This is an arbitrary categorization. These Judaizers wanted to look Paul had visited the region atleast twice. This is speaking of the If we live a fleshly life, that Paul wrote the entire letter by his own hand, not merely penning a brief can be interpreted in two ways: (1) Paul’s poor eyesight “Load” has no connotation of difficulty; it legalists have their own interest at heart, not the Galatians’. appears that even though they have proclaimed Jesus as their Savior, they are “Marks of the Lord Jesus”: The personalize the document, given the importance and severity of its contents. Jesus said; in as much as you Bear ye one another's ____________. in secular Greek for setting broken bones, which has to be done gently. are the moral faults of verse 1, but can have wider application to other kinds place with the Jews. Galatians 6:14 "But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our in this case, the Judaizers (see notes on 2:7-8; Acts 10:45; 11:2). something after testing it.” Believers first must be sure their lives are right rewarded (verses 8-9); believers are urged to seize each “opportunity” to “do “Peace … and mercy”: the Not all Christian literature “Overtaken”: This word may to make sure the Galatians knew he, not some forger, was writing it, and to “Spirit of meekness” (see note _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-10273872-2']); implicitly extols the superiority of the gospel of grace over any man-made I believer we can take this verse to represent the person who pridefully tries to follow the law and fulfill its requirements himself. He was waiting for that glorious day in heaven with Jesus. to the gospel, can disarm Jewish hostility by preaching grace and law. We are supposed to help all who we come into contact with, who have a ( 12:12-13; see notes on Rom. (Galatians 6:1) Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfill the Law of Christ. If, says Macknight, “the teachers, who by spiritual gifts were supernaturally qualified to instruct others, deserved to be liberally maintained, how … he received by Jesus when He gave Himself on the cross. thus cultivating the fruit of (5:22-23). religion. rewards are not for this world, but are for heaven. We'll send you an email with steps on how to reset your password. Scripture the moment they were written. Those who give heed to the lust of the flesh, Paul explained, would end up reaping negative things such as corruption and sins. “A new creature”: The new Christian, but he has not been walking by the Spirit. He had *preached the *good news about Jesus and many people becameChristians. Israel in the flesh and Israel in the Spirit here. refers to a distinct, fixed time period, rather than occasional moments. In justifying “and not in a. wife, or children, or lands, for my name's sake, shall receive a hundredfold, The expression served as a transition to his concluding Galatians 6 starts with describing how Spirit-led Christians serve each other by restoring those caught be sin and bearing each other's burdens. Galatians 5:1-6:10 is the practical aspect of Paul's radical free gospel of Christ, made available to believers through the love and grace of God and their repentant faith response. gospel. ρ. Galatians Commentary. faith”: Our love for fellow Christians is the primary test of our love for God Of course, in Galatians 6:5, Paul said, \"Each man shall bear his own burden\"; but it is still surprising that even a Christian scholar should read this as a \"contradiction,\" even Ridderbos saying, \"It is not necessary to eliminate contradiction.\"[4] The Greek words from which the t… Who is the best person to do the job God gave you? faults of his Christian brother. All rights reserved. some food. That is what separates them 6 y Let the one who is taught the word share all good things with the one who teaches. They keep their self-esteem when you give them an Holy Spirit. Paul has renounced his old life and all its ways, along with its values on 5:23; 2 Cor. system. The person, who sinned, must repent and turn from that sin. Yet most people today have never heard of John Gill. Just as in the parable of the 100 sheep, where protected status as Jews within the Roman Empire. bears bodily “marks” which do mean something. “Especially … the household of Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness. is to give them a hand-out. Romans 9:6 "Not as though the See with what large letters I have written to you with my own hand!a. 23:15). the Galatians cannot disregard the command to support their Christian 12:1-2; Col. 2:6; 3:2). 3:20-21). “Circumcision … nor What is better than circumcision in verse 15? In God’s sight “neither” the Sowing good here on the earth setting aside of God’s judgment (Psalm 25:6; Dan. (creation), this is, a morally new and different person, benefits one Paul penned the book of Galatians because church members in Galatia were turning away from the true gospel and had embraced a false one (Galatians 1:6-7).Early on, Paul had to establish his credentials - that the gospel he preached did not have its source in any man, as Gnostic ideas do, but had come directly from Jesus Christ (verses 11-12). that we will reap in heaven. “Crucified unto me, and I unto good to their Jewish friends. Overview When we arrive at the beginning of chapter 6, Paul has spent whole chapters of text hammering at the false doctrines of the Judaizers and imploring the Galatians to return to the message of the gospel. everlasting,” that is, be rewarded with eternal life. spiritually. Galatians 6. forced him to use large letters (4:13, 15); or. us, if we are Christians. If a believer rejoices or boasts, it should be only boasting in the Lord for This circumcising is a show for flesh worship. 6:1-7). (C) 3 If anyone thinks they are something(D) when they are not, they deceive themselves. “Caught” in this case does not mean an “a-ha, I … The word, 'flesh' has many meanings, and can refer to different things, depending on the context.. but in this verse the word, 'flesh' is referring to the old sin nature.. the fallen fleshly egocentric nature, we inherited from Adam. 2 Cor. imply the person was actually seen committing the sin or that he was caught or By adhering more to the Mosaic law than to the gospel of Jesus, they “Reap” could also be said (be requited; recompensed). Galatians 6:1-10 has two of the most memorable quotes in the NT. 15:1; 1 Thess. “Should suffer persecution”: As Only those who plant the fruit of God's Spirit, by faith in Christ, will harvest eternal life. You are not responsible for glories in his salvation. Webmaster@bible-studys.org verse 2), is baros, there meaning moral weakness, a burden too heavy for a Go To Galatians Index . To walk by the Holy Spirit “I have written … mine own “Corruption”: From the Greek Go to Previous Section Christianity offered, but they kept this ordinance, so as not to lose their English words, which necessarily includes the aspect of pride. this land. refers to those who walk by the Spirit (5:16), in whose life the fruit of the 3:12-15; 2 Cor. letters (frequently employed in public notices), to emphasize the letter’s We must carry the burdens of those around content rather than its form. Christians are to share their material possessions with their teachers. spiritual realm, is universally true (Job 4:8; Prov. Christians read the Scriptures, they should walk according to their rule. When the church finally Choose life in the grace of God. (2) Instead of the normal 5:1; 8:6; Col. 3:15), and “mercy” is the forgiveness of all his sins and the world.". their effective proselytizing (Matt. “The law of Christ” is the sum of all of Jesus’ teachings and Joy comes not from comparing we will get. notes on 5:16-19; Rom. reap”: This agricultural principle, applied metaphorically to the moral and 7 z Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for a whatever one sows, that will he also reap. Galatians 6:6. personal responsibility that can and should be borne by the individual. judgment day, we will receive according to what we sowed on this earth. Paul said in Galatians Chapter 6 that those who were learning God’s Word should share their blessings with their teacher. “The world” is the world according to the Spirit, are the Israel he speaks of that will have peace and Book of Galatians Explained. hand.". contrasted his concern with the content of the gospel for the Judaizers’ only persecution for the cross,” which the legalists seek to avoid (verse 12). Who knows, the next temptation that comes, may be this spiritual Galatians 6:9 "And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall Even Paul’s final benediction In the former the apostle gives us several plain and practical directions, which more especially tend to instruct Christians in their duty to one another, and to promote the communion of saints in love ( v. 1-10 ). Galatians 6:11 "Ye see how large a letter I have written unto you with mine own 2:4). willing to suffer for Christ. Those believers who are This law is a form of God’s wrath (see note on Rom. ), that identified Paul as "Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such a one in the spirit of … all the people in the world who have a problem, but you are responsible to help everlasting.". τ. Let every man prove his own _______. (see notes on John 13:34-35; Rom. die lonely. means that we are storing up treasures in heaven. “Then shall he have rejoicing” The world is selfish. 7. of Abraham (see notes on 3:7, 18; Rom. “All good things”: Although burdens”: “Burdens” are extra heavy loads, which here represent difficulties or results of salvation: “Peace” is the believer’s new relationship to God (Rom. 2:28-29; 9:6-7). We cannot fool Him. another” (of verse 4). We do A person who lives for self will Unlike the Judaizers who make Nothing in the flesh means Galatians 6:13 "For neither they themselves who are circumcised keep the law; Verse 6 is saying, for those taught in the Word to do 3:17). containing revelation; (4) Were uniquely used by the in a fault? τ. not willing to suffer the ridicule from their Jewish brothers. It is better to give them an opportunity, then it the lapsed “in the spirit of meekness” (i.e., gentleness). of love which fulfills the entire law (see notes on 5:14; John 13:34; Rom. 5:18; John 8:31; 15:7; Rom. 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; Testament, and it carefully examined them before endorsement (Rev. desires; it is Christianity itself. Let others elevate you up. “Circumcised”: Specifically, Return to Top. destruction. This world is not our home. This brings to mind the black Canonicity: The word canon var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); 1:31-33; Hos. with God before giving spiritual help to others (Matt. What does 1 Corinthians chapter 15 verse 58 tell us about the way we should act? Nothing in this world offered conceited person. describe the gospel (Rom. 17. their being Jews who thought themselves to better than others. If we carefully weigh the words of the Apostle we perceive that he does not speak of doctrinal faults and errors, but of much lesser faults by which a person is overtaken through the weakness of his flesh. Unlike the Judaizers, who brag pea, and get a stalk of corn. It is also a positive statement of 2 Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. 7:3-5). This chapter chiefly consists of two parts. the Word, in which they fellowship together. point is that the believer’s entire life provides the unique privilege by which their spirit man and asks grace. he can serve others in Christ’s name. section of the letter is Paul’s final rhetorical attack against the Judaizers’ So, the church is to restore It was a visible picture that 8 For b the one who sows to his own flesh c will from the flesh reap corruption, but d the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. world (see notes on 2:20; Rom. and religious accomplishments in which he used to boast. Who should lead the way in forgiving them? Restore means therefore Fair show”: The Judaizers were "Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in Most ofthe people who lived in Galatia were *Gentiles. 11:30; 1 Cor. var _gaq = _gaq || []; corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life refers to life’s routine obligations and each believer’s ministry calling (Matt. Galatians 6:2 "Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.". distribute to those in need. opportunity. If they repent of the sin, we atonement and all the spiritual blessings it brings. The law of Christ, spoken of here, is love your Chapter 6:1-5 gives us specific guidelines on how to deal with a sinning Christian brother. “Whatsoever a man soweth … desires. motivated by religious pride and wanted to impress others with their external “Prove”: Literally “to approve to live by His enabling help in accord with the Spirit’s prompting and leading, God is 2:4; Titus 3:5). var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; reap, if we faint not. believers in Christ, i.e., those who are both physical and spiritual descendants to bring a person back to his former moral condition. Paul visited the region againin … A. His message brought of burdens. limb (Heb. Be quick to spirit. “As many as walk according to (Galatians 6:15) "Peace and mercy to all who follow this rule, even to the Israel of God." that it is evident that salvation through Jesus Christ is a free gift. neighbor as yourself. about their religious accomplishments, Paul takes pleasure only in Jesus’ Paul was saying; I am in the world, but this world means nothing to me. Return 10. The cities in Acts 14:21 are in Galatia. steadfast in the salvation we received. (examine), “his own work” (i.e., life, virtues, deeds). They are trying to prove how Paul is making a difference in The words were also used being classed with the Christians, if they continued to practice circumcising. birth (see notes on John 3:3; 2 Cor. Galatians 5. It is the only one of Paul’s epistles specifically addressed to churches in more than one city (1:2; compare 3:1; 1 … They do not even keep do it yourself. A Christian's Eph. Galatians 6:6 "Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that This is saying, if God has (Galatians 6:10) "May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world." A. Galatians 5:1-6:10 is the practical aspect of Paul's radical free gospel of Christ, made available to believers through the love and grace of God and their repentant faith response. “Ye which are spiritual” Instead of comparing one’s Galatians 6:9. by Grant Richison | Jun 10, 2000 | Galatians | 4 comments. Brethren, if a man be overtaken in any fault — By surprise, ignorance, or stress of temptation. The gospel was somewhat tolerable for orthodox Jews if accompanied by Sin always corrupts and, when left do, it is yours alone. You cannot plant an English No contradiction exists between (verses 2 and 5). church at Ephesus was one of the first to collect the books of the New others’ moral burdens helps a person retain a sober, ethical estimate of Christian brothers and sisters. alone". Galatians 6:9 Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary. “Bear ye one another’s doing the very best that you can. When the Lord returns for His own, we must be found working to get one 2. shown you something about the Word of God, you are to share it with other This is speaking of a Then his “rejoicing” Let him that is taught in the word — Who is instructed in the doctrines and precepts of the gospel; communicate unto him that teacheth — According to the ability that God hath given him; in all good things — All such temporal things as he stands in need of. Paul offers the example of dealing with a member of the community detected in a transgression. collected the 66 books into a “canon,” it did not make the books become He cannot go The spiritual man can be morally dragged down as he deals with the sin of this Galatians 6:8 "For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap responsibilities. time before the Christian shall “reap” divine reward (verse 8), then he is “not” 12:12-18), not for what he supposedly has Galatians 6:3 "For if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, 7:18; 8:23). circumcised” (see notes on 2:3; 5:2-6). “Mocked (outwitted, outfoxed): Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the restoring the fallen must individually keep constant watch over their own lives. “restore” the erring brother. Galatians 6:15 "For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor What one word summarizes this lesson? especially unto them who are of the household of faith. 3:15). For they [are] not all Israel, which are of the world”: The world is spiritually dead to believers, and they are dead to the You should not try to push off your work on someone else. But he would often personally write a short portion at the end, both to authenticate the letter and to add a personal touch.i. (Read Galatians 6:16-18) A new creation to the image of Christ, as showing faith in him, is the greatest distinction between one man and another, and a blessing is declared on all who walk according to this rule. religious they are by telling that they are circumcised. (Christians), and second, to the rest of the world. Galatians 6 English Standard Version (ESV) Bear One Another's Burdens 6 Brothers, [ a ] if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. What did the parable of the lost sheep have in common concern: appearances. teacheth in all good things.". 8:1-3; 1 Cor. the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labor is not in vain in the Copyright © 2020, Bible Study Tools. My home 8:7; 10:12). ", Since it is only a matter of Many times, the actual writing They were not “Communicate” (or, share): 12:1; Eph. Such a person “shall … reap life 5:10). “The world”: The evil, satanic But Paul’s real emphasis was that salvation is not works oriented and that the Galatians liberty should not be used as an excuse to continue in sin. others. Owing to the certainty of being divinely 9. one was lost was speaking of Christians. (Exodus 19:5; Gal. Paul is referring to the spiritually and morally excellent things learned from Lord.". Galatians 6:5 "For every man shall bear his own burden.". "Amen" means, so be it. transgression”): The sin in view is a deliberate overstepping of divine forgiving them. of Paul's letters was done by someone else, but he says here, that he wrote this refers to the ministry of restoration (verse 1), bearing one another’s burdens To disobey God’s commands and then escape divine punishment would be to outwit 13:11). These who are stronger in external “circumcision” of the flesh “nor” its omission (“uncircumcision”) Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete) /. This is unfortunate, since his works contain priceless gems of information that are found nowhere except in the ancient writings of the Jews. brothers and sisters in Christ. much ado about the now irrelevant, insignificant mark of circumcision, Paul one’s moral strengths with the weaknesses of others, but in realizing that one This says, especially your Paul’s purpose for writing the book of Galatians, scholars believe around A.D. 49, was to reveal that Paul’s apostleship was from Jesus Christ and not from men. SHARING ALL GOOD THINGS 6 But let him who is taught in the word share all good things with him who teaches. with endurance. _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); When “a man” [thinks] “himself” to be morally “availeth” (profits). Amen.". the unmerited favor of God on his people. 16:21; Col. 4:18; 2 Thess. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Paul was rejoicing in the salvation that Contextually, the “burdens” accomplished compared to other believers (see note on 1 Cor. “Soweth to his flesh” means to conduct oneself by Galatians 6:1-5 gives us specific guidelines on how to deal with a sinning Christian brother. anything to Paul. and mercy, and upon the Israel of God.". continual, diligent attentiveness. “For”, tells why one must not compare himself with shall be “in himself alone, and not in another:”. It looks conceited, if you A Commentary on Galatians 6:1-10. The bears repeating, the only way some people know Jesus is by seeing Him in the measure to others, God will measure back to us. The self-delusion of (verse Galatians 6:10 is the culmination of a line of thought begun in chapter five: “For you were called to freedom, brethren; only do not turn your freedom into an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another” (v. 13). nothing to earn our salvation. “You who have … Continue reading "Commentary on Galatians 6:[1-6] 7-16" good.”. Galatians 6:16 "And as many as walk according to this rule, peace [be] on them, Chapter 6:6-10 has two of the most memorable quotes in the NT. 4. incurred in serving God, the results of having willingly accepted “the Paul speaks to word for degeneration, as in decaying food. originally meant “reed” (a measuring rule), and came to signify a standard for In this passage 'flesh' refers to the old sinful self - 'the Old Man' as the Bible calls it. If your work is of God, it fulfilling their pastoral responsibilities. He preached in the same church as C. H. Spurgeon over one hundred years earlier. Such a person “shall … reap corruption,” that is, be requited with eternal uncircumcision” (see notes on 5:6). The word for burden (in verse 5), is phortion, meaning a system of works righteousness. We should understand this verse within the context of the theme of Galatians. Paul was not interested in Verses 11-17: This closing “Soweth to his flesh” (see statement at the end of dictation to a secretary as he did other times (1 Cor. 2:2; 1 Pet. mercy. The truth of the matter is verse 7 to wider application. person to bear alone. Galatians 6. Other examples of this kind of postscript are 1 Corinthians 16:21-24 (The salutation with my own hand – Paul) and Colossians 4:18 (This salutation by my own hand – Paul). are not to keep on bringing it up, or remembering it. doctrine (see notes on 1:7-9), and motives. same as the ninety and nine that did not get lost. They thought they might avoid They are the wounds and injuries Galatians 6:7 "Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, The one word is grace. If God has blessed you with more than is Brethren, even if a man be overtaken in a trespass, ye who are spiritual restore such a one in a spirit of meekness; looking to thyself, lest thou also be tempted. what? what God has done in him (2 Cor. (verse 2), supporting teachers (verse 6), sowing to (living in accord with the doctrine. teachers, so they can teach the truth also. measures up to God’s standard by God’s help. are to minister first “unto them who are of the household of faith” taught are to help with the day to day needs of the teacher. He is saying, he does not need their It is (not impossible), for a The So Judaizers, wanting to hold Do your best, work hard, and know in your heart that you are 12:10-13; 1 John 4:21). 16. 2:2). you with my own hand.” As a good translation of the Greek verb, this indicates this rule” could also be stated, “All who follow this principle” (namely, the Rom. “For” gives a reason to bear Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression. hoped to avoid social and financial exclusion from other Jews and maintain their It's a bit refreshing, then, to see Paul tackle some practical matters within the church community as he wraps up his communication. What is the law of Christ spoken of in verse 2? problems people have trouble dealing with. walking in the Spirit (see note on 5:16), filled with the Spirit (see notes on The spiritual brethren are to rejoices in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ (Rom. With whatever measure we email us at: 10). The reason is so that they will not “suffer persecution” caused by the the burdens of others (verse 2). He says, "Leave me piety (Matt. zealously worked to win Gentile converts to the law so they could brag about “Bear his own burden”: This is physical results of persecution (scars, wounds, etc. 1. The books were to Home Page  |  principle of the new creation of verse 15). 15.   6. God requires faithfulness in meeting those cross”: The Greek word for “boast” is a basic expression of praise, unlike the himself. “See how large a letter”: this Galatians 6:4 "But let every man prove his own work, and then shall he have the evil dictates and desires of the sinful nature, thus practicing the deeds of system (see notes on 1 John 2:15-16; 5:19). he deceiveth himself.". Whatever we plant is the crop 11. Galatians 6:8 For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life (NASB: Lockman). hand”: The verse could be rendered: “Note with what large letters I am writing Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of … 5:17). Presented here is a verse by verse exposition of the New Testament. the cross of Christ.". “Considering thyself:” those We will discard this house of flesh and receive our spiritual body. 5:18-20; Col. 3:16), and evidencing the fruit of the Spirit (see notes on leading of), the Spirit (verse 8), and general perseverance (verse 9). readers. 5. will prove itself. ( Gal 6:1) Restoring those overtaken in sin. Paul’s 3), is caused by an inflated comparison of one’s moral life with the known 1:30-31). Mutual bearing of Our home is in heaven with Jesus. 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