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Introduction: Setting the Stage

I. Essential Elements of the Gospel in Galatians (vv. 15-21)

    A. The Universal Nature of Sin (v. 15)

    B. Justification Is by Faith Alone (v. 16)

        1. "Justified" (dikaioō) is used 3x in v. 16

        2. To be justified by faith in Christ = to have saving faith in Him as my sin bearer & only hope of righteousness before God

        3. Martin Luther, Desiderius Erasmus, the Latin Vulgate and the Greek N.T.

        4. If God declares us righteous through faith alone – if works don't save us or contribute to our salvation – why do them? 

           a. The essential relationship between justification and sanctification

Conclusion: Life as Preparation for Death