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Introduction:

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

    A. The Universal Nature of Sin (v. 15-16a)

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

    C. The Believer's Union With Christ (vv. 17-20)

II. Six Implications of our Union with Christ*

    A. Salvation (We are Justified in Christ)

    B. Sanctification (We Live in Christ)

    C. Satisfaction (God is Satisfied with us in Christ)

    D. Sin (Our Battle is Fought In Christ)

        1. How can I overcome besetting sin? Five ideas . . .

    E. Suffering (We Endure Suffering in Christ)

        1. Suffering as a Result of Living in a Fallen World

        2. Suffering as a Result of Personal Sin 

        3. Suffering as a Result of God's Discipline                

        4. Suffering as a Result of Demonic Attack

    F. Security (We Make it Safely Home in Christ)

    D. Sola Gratia and Solus Christus (v. 21)

Conclusion: