Galatians 3: Group Study Handout

How to use: read Galatians 3 aloud together, then take the questions in order. One page is enough for an evening.

Overview

Paul expresses concern for the Galatians, questioning who has bewitched them to not obey the truth (vv. 1-5). He points out that they received the Spirit through faith, not by works of the law.

Key verse

“Now that no man is justified by the law before God is evident, for, “The righteous will live by faith.”
Galatians 3:11 (WEB)

Outline

Galatians 3:1–5 Paul's Concern for the Galatians
Galatians 3:6–9 Abraham as an Example
Galatians 3:10–14 The Curse of the Law
Galatians 3:15–20 The Purpose of the Law
Galatians 3:21–25 The Law and Faith
Galatians 3:26–29 Unity and Inheritance in Christ

Discussion questions

In v1, who does Paul accuse of bewitching the Galatians?
What does Paul ask about receiving the Spirit in v2?
In v10, why does Paul say those of the law are 'under a curse'?
In v19, what is meant by the law being added 'because of transgressions'?
When have you felt a conflict between faith and relying on your own efforts, like in v3?

Go deeper

Passages that echo Galatians 3: Romans 3, Romans 8, Romans 4.

Before next time: read Galatians 4.