Paul's message to the Galatians emphasizes the freedom that comes from faith in Christ, contrasting it with the bondage of trying to earn righteousness through the law. By referencing the story of Sarah and Hagar, he highlights the difference between being born of the promise and being born of human effort. Sarah represents the covenant of grace, where believers are considered children of the promise, free from the constraints of the law. This freedom is not just a release from legalistic practices but an invitation to live in the fullness of God's love and purpose. It encourages believers to embrace their identity as God's children, heirs to His promises, and to live out their faith with confidence and joy. The allegory serves as a reminder that our relationship with God is based on His grace and promise, not on our own achievements or adherence to the law. This understanding transforms how we live, moving from a mindset of obligation to one of gratitude and freedom in Christ.
Therefore, brothers and sisters, we are not children of the slave woman, but of the free woman.
Galatians 4:31
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