Misunderstanding the Gospel (Galatians 1:1-9)

Sermon Series: What Makes Us Family

Sermon Title: Misunderstanding the Gospel

Sermon Text: Galatians 1:1-9

Big Idea: Our faith in Jesus Christ makes us family.

What makes us family?

When we add additional requirements to our faith in Jesus Christ, we restrict others from relationship

When we live out our faith in Jesus Christ, we invite others into relationship

1. Paul Defends His Ministry as an Apostle of Jesus Christ (v1-2)

2. Paul Defends His Message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ (v3-9)

5 Common Misunderstandings of the Gospel

1. We misunderstand the necessity of Christ’s resurrection and ascension as part of the gospel

2. We misunderstand the personal nature of the gospel

3. We misunderstand the corporate nature of the gospel

4. We misunderstand the beginning of the gospel

5. We misunderstand living out the gospel