Galatians 5:13
v. 13: Paul tells them that they were called to freedom, but that this freedom is not an excuse to do whatever they want. Instead, they should serve one another in love (For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another; Galatians 5:13 a). Paul reminds the Galatians that they are called to be free in Christ, but they should not use this freedom as an excuse to do wrong or satisfy sinful desires. Instead, they should use their freedom to serve one another in love. Christian liberty is not for selfishness or quarreling, but for helping and caring for each other.Practical Godliness and the Fruits of the SpiritIn this section, Paul teaches the Galatians how to live out their Christian freedom. He warns them not to misuse their liberty, but instead to serve one another in love. Paul explains the struggle between the flesh and the Spirit, lists the works of the flesh that must be avoided, and describes the fruit of the Spirit that should grow in believers’ lives. He encourages the believers to walk in the Spirit and warns against pride and envy, calling them to true Christian living.
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