Discussion Questions 

Week of: September 13, 2026 // Sermon Text: Galatians 1:1-9

Sermon Overview 

Reject all rivals to the gospel of grace.

I. God saves by grace through Christ's self-giving (vv. 1-5)

II. When grace is distorted, God is deserted (vv. 6-9)

Digging Deeper    

God saves by grace through Christ’s self-giving (vv. 1-5)

1. Group brainstorm: If someone asked you “what the Gospel is” and you only had Galatians 1:1-5 to use, what would you say?

2. In this passage, Paul tells us that the gospel brings grace and peace (v. 3). Are there any areas in your life right now where you notice you lack the grace and peace God promises through the gospel?  

3. Verse 4 tells us that Christ “gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age.”  In the sermon, Brett said, “We’re still here, we’re still in it - but we’re no longer of it.  In your experience, what does it look like to be in this present evil age, but no longer of it?  Could you give an example?  

When grace is distorted, God is deserted. (vv. 6-9)

4. In Galatia, the gospel was being distorted when false teachers claimed that faith alone was insufficient for salvation; they taught that works were required for salvation, too.  But Paul wrote that, “all who rely on works of the law are under a curse.”  Gal. 3:10.  Do you see a distorted gospel of faith plus works being proclaimed in the culture around you?  Are there other distorted versions of the gospel that you have seen or heard being proclaimed?  

5. Most believers regularly get tempted to add some kind of plus to their faith in Jesus. What’s your Jesus-plus? 

(examples include: Jesus plus: my track record, my right alliances, my feelings, my ministry, my outward steps)

6. Paul expresses astonishment at how quickly a person can desert God.  (Verse 6.)  What might be some warning signs that would come before a person deserts God?  

7. How do you feel about the strong words Paul uses in verses 6-10? Do they seem appropriate and necessary? Why or why not?

Prayer

Discussion Questions:

For Summer 2026 use the Swedish Method of Bible Study:

While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.

• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.

• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?

• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?

Prayer

Discussion Questions:

For Summer 2026 use the Swedish Method of Bible Study:

While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.

• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.

• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?

• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?

Prayer

Discussion Questions:

For Summer 2026 use the Swedish Method of Bible Study:

While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.

• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.

• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?

• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?

Prayer

Discussion Questions:

For Summer 2026 use the Swedish Method of Bible Study:

While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.

• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.

• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?

• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?

Prayer

Discussion Questions:

For Summer 2026 use the Swedish Method of Bible Study:

While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.

• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.

• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?

• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?

Prayer

Discussion Questions:

For Summer 2026 use the Swedish Method of Bible Study:

While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.

• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.

• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?

• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?

Prayer

Discussion Questions:

For Summer 2026 use the Swedish Method of Bible Study:

While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.

• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.

• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?

• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?

Prayer

Discussion Questions:

For Summer 2026 use the Swedish Method of Bible Study:

While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.

• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.

• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?

• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?

Prayer

Swedish Method of Bible Study:

While reading a Bible passage, use the following symbols to mark what stands out to you as you read. Then talk about the marks you made with a friend, or write about them in a journal.

• A lightbulb - anything from the passage that stands out or is interesting.

• A question mark - did the passage spark any questions?

• An arrow - how does this passage help you move forward in faith and walk in better relationship with others and the Lord?

Prayer