Paul’s previous work in Galatia
Acts 13:13-15, 42-44, 51-52 – This Antioch was in Pisidia, a region in Galatia.Acts 14:1-7Acts 16:1-5Acts 18:22-23Galatians 1
Opening of the book
Paul’s first remark (Galatians 1:1) was about his apostleship.Appointed by Jesus and the FatherCompared to Matthias?Acts 1:21-22Accompanied them throughout Jesus’ ministry.Selected by other apostles through lots.PaulNot present throughout Jesus’ ministryNot selected by other apostles through lotsSee II Corinthians 12:12. Paul had signs and wonders to confirm his apostleship.Balance of opening
From Paul and those with himTo the churches of GalatiaSalutationsGracePeaceFrom God our LordFrom the Lord Jesus ChristGave Himself for usTo rescue us from the present evil ageGod’s will (II Peter 3:9)Glory forever to HimGalatians 1:6-9
Paul warned about being led astray by a different or distorted gospel taught by others.II Peter 3:13-16