Galatians 3:5
Verse
Context
Sermons
Stephen Kaung
Chip Brogden
Smith Wigglesworth
T. Austin-Sparks
John Nelson DarbySummary
Commentary
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
He therefore that ministereth to you the Spirit - The apostle means himself: he had been the means of conveying the Holy Spirit to them, and by that Spirit he wrought miracles among them; and he did all this, not as a Jew, (for as such he had no power), but he did all as a believer in Christ. The word επιχορηγων, which we translate ministereth, is very emphatic, and signifies leading up the chorus, bringing up one after another, adding grace to grace, benefit to benefit; so that it appears that they had not only some, but many benefits; God, by means of his apostle, having greatly enriched them with various spiritual blessings.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He . . . that ministereth--or "supplieth," God (Co2 9:10). He who supplied and supplies to you the Spirit still, to the present time. These miracles do not prove grace to be in the heart (Mar 9:38-39). He speaks of these miracles as a matter of unquestioned notoriety among those addressed; an undesigned proof of their genuineness (compare 1Co. 12:1-31). worketh miracles among you--rather, "IN you," as Gal 2:8; Mat 14:2; Eph 2:2; Phi 2:13; at your conversion and since [ALFORD]. doeth he it by the works of the law--that is, as a consequence resulting from (so the Greek) the works of the law (compare Gal 3:2). This cannot be because the law was then unknown to you when you received those gifts of the Spirit.
John Gill Bible Commentary
He therefore that ministereth to you the Spirit,.... By whom he means not himself, nor any other minister of the Gospel, in whose power it does not lie to minister the Spirit, either the ordinary or the extraordinary gifts of it unto men; but either God or Christ who had ministered, and still continued to minister the grace of the Spirit through the preaching of the Gospel; or rather the extraordinary gifts of the Spirit, which were manifested at the first preaching of the Gospel to them for the confirmation of it, and which they were still supplied with, as the following words show: and worketh miracles among you; so that this is a distinct argument from that in Gal 3:2 and a further proof and aggravation of the folly and stupidity of the members of this church, who had not only received through the Gospel the Spirit, as a spirit of regeneration, at least many of them, but had seen the Gospel confirmed by the extraordinary gifts, signs, and wonders of the Holy Ghost, and which were still among them; and yet they were departing from this Gospel, through which all this was done: for it is asked, doth he it by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith? and the apostle's meaning is, that these extraordinary gifts of the Spirit, and these miracles done among them, did not attend the preaching of the law, or the doctrine of justification by works, taught by the false apostles, but the doctrine of faith, of justification by faith in the righteousness of Christ, delivered by him and others, for the truth of which he appeals to themselves; and therefore they must be guilty of the most egregious folly, once to think of, or take anyone step towards a departure from that doctrine. The Alexandrian copy reads here, as in Gal 3:2, "received ye the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith?"
Tyndale Open Study Notes
3:5 work miracles: See 1 Cor 12:4-11. The Holy Spirit is present with believers and in the church because of faith in the message . . . about Christ.
Galatians 3:5
Faith and Belief
4Have you suffered so much for nothing, if it really was for nothing?5Does God lavish His Spirit on you and work miracles among you because you practice the law, or because you hear and believe?
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Faith vs. Works
By Stephen Kaung2.3K1:13:30FaithGAL 1:23GAL 2:16GAL 2:20GAL 3:2GAL 3:5GAL 3:10GAL 5:6In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the letter to the Galatians and the basics of the gospel of Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that the gospel is based on grace, not law, and that good works do not earn eternal life. The preacher also highlights the importance of personal surrender to Christ and how it should inspire a conduct aligned with that surrender. He uses the example of a servant who works all day and then serves his master before eating to illustrate the concept of surrender and the absence of merit in salvation.
Galatians Chapter 3 (Part 1)
By Chip Brogden1.2K32:55ExpositionalGEN 15:6MAT 6:33GAL 2:20GAL 3:5GAL 3:17COL 2:3HEB 12:2In this video, Chip Brogdon continues his study in the book of Galatians. He begins by discussing the concept of true freedom in Christ, which is the ability to choose not to do things that may be permissible but not beneficial. He then moves on to Galatians chapter 3, where Paul admonishes the Galatians for being distracted from the simplicity of Christ and being bewitched into following other teachings. The video ends with a call to focus on Jesus Christ and his crucifixion as the foundation of our faith.
Spiritual Secrets of Smith Wigglesworth - Part 3 by George Storemont
By Smith Wigglesworth72954:56PSA 22:3PSA 50:23PSA 139:23MRK 9:24JHN 14:16ACT 1:8ACT 2:47ROM 8:1GAL 3:5
This sermon delves into the life and teachings of Smith Wigglesworth, emphasizing the importance of a genuine salvation experience, seeking the fullness of the Holy Spirit, nurturing a deep communion with God, the power of praise in worship, and the significance of ministering the Holy Spirit in all aspects of life and ministry.
Holy Spirit, Your Best Friend to Kill Sexual Sin
By Tim Conway6111:04:39JHN 17:17ROM 8:13GAL 3:2GAL 3:5EPH 4:301TH 5:19TIT 2:14
This sermon emphasizes the importance of relying on the Holy Spirit as our best friend in the battle against sexual temptation. It highlights the theology of sexual sin, emphasizing that no one is strong enough to overcome it on their own, but through the power of the Spirit, victory is possible. The sermon delves into the significance of not grieving or quenching the Spirit, and the necessity of seeking sanctification through faith in Christ and the Word.
The Place and Work of the Holy Spirit
By T. Austin-Sparks0Spiritual GrowthThe Holy SpiritJHN 14:26ACT 1:8ROM 4:13GAL 3:1GAL 3:5GAL 4:6GAL 5:16GAL 5:22GAL 5:25EPH 1:13T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the critical role of the Holy Spirit in spiritual growth as outlined in the letter to the Galatians. He explains that the Holy Spirit is received through faith, not by works, and is essential for both the beginning and continuation of the Christian life. The Spirit empowers believers for service and assures them of their inheritance as children of God. Sparks encourages believers to walk and live by the Spirit, highlighting that true spiritual maturity and the fruit of the Spirit stem from this relationship. Ultimately, he asserts that all aspects of the Christian life, from initiation to service, are sustained by the Holy Spirit through faith.
(Power From on High) 14. the Holy Spirit in Galatians
By A.B. Simpson0Faith and GraceThe Holy SpiritJHN 14:26GAL 3:1GAL 3:5GAL 4:6GAL 5:16GAL 5:22GAL 5:25GAL 6:1GAL 6:7A.B. Simpson emphasizes the significance of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers, urging the Galatians to recognize that they received the Spirit not through works of the law but by faith. He warns against the dangers of returning to legalism and highlights that the Christian life is sustained by the same grace that saves us. Simpson explains that the Holy Spirit is essential for sanctification, empowerment for service, and the manifestation of the fruit of the Spirit, which is love. He encourages believers to walk in the Spirit, co-operating with God's work in their lives, and to approach others with compassion and humility. Ultimately, he reassures that sowing to the Spirit will yield eternal rewards.
Hebrews 5 Lonsdale Square
By John Nelson Darby0ApostasyChrist's PriesthoodPSA 110:4MAT 7:22JHN 14:16GAL 3:5HEB 2:17HEB 4:15HEB 6:10HEB 10:14HEB 12:21JN 2:1John Nelson Darby discusses the role of Christ as High Priest, emphasizing that while He performed priestly duties, His work on the cross was foundational rather than intercessory. He explains that the high priest on the Day of Atonement represented the people, and Christ's role as both victim and priest was fulfilled at the cross. Darby clarifies that the priesthood of Christ is distinct from the Jewish priesthood, as He is a living priest in the order of Melchisedec, and that believers have a perfected conscience through His sacrifice. He warns against the dangers of apostasy and the importance of recognizing the Holy Spirit's presence in the church today.
The Harvest of the Spirit
By David Wilkerson0Empowerment of the Holy SpiritBurden for the LostJHN 7:37GAL 3:5David Wilkerson emphasizes that the Holy Spirit is given not based on our works but through our faith in God. He highlights that true believers are empowered by the Spirit to feel compassion for the lost and to be instruments of God's will in their communities. Wilkerson encourages prayer for the Holy Spirit's guidance to reach those who are under conviction and to share the Gospel with a heart burdened for others. He reminds us that the call to evangelism often starts with those closest to us, urging us to seek God's direction and trust in His miraculous power. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deep reliance on the Holy Spirit to lead us in our mission to reach the lost.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
He therefore that ministereth to you the Spirit - The apostle means himself: he had been the means of conveying the Holy Spirit to them, and by that Spirit he wrought miracles among them; and he did all this, not as a Jew, (for as such he had no power), but he did all as a believer in Christ. The word επιχορηγων, which we translate ministereth, is very emphatic, and signifies leading up the chorus, bringing up one after another, adding grace to grace, benefit to benefit; so that it appears that they had not only some, but many benefits; God, by means of his apostle, having greatly enriched them with various spiritual blessings.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
He . . . that ministereth--or "supplieth," God (Co2 9:10). He who supplied and supplies to you the Spirit still, to the present time. These miracles do not prove grace to be in the heart (Mar 9:38-39). He speaks of these miracles as a matter of unquestioned notoriety among those addressed; an undesigned proof of their genuineness (compare 1Co. 12:1-31). worketh miracles among you--rather, "IN you," as Gal 2:8; Mat 14:2; Eph 2:2; Phi 2:13; at your conversion and since [ALFORD]. doeth he it by the works of the law--that is, as a consequence resulting from (so the Greek) the works of the law (compare Gal 3:2). This cannot be because the law was then unknown to you when you received those gifts of the Spirit.
John Gill Bible Commentary
He therefore that ministereth to you the Spirit,.... By whom he means not himself, nor any other minister of the Gospel, in whose power it does not lie to minister the Spirit, either the ordinary or the extraordinary gifts of it unto men; but either God or Christ who had ministered, and still continued to minister the grace of the Spirit through the preaching of the Gospel; or rather the extraordinary gifts of the Spirit, which were manifested at the first preaching of the Gospel to them for the confirmation of it, and which they were still supplied with, as the following words show: and worketh miracles among you; so that this is a distinct argument from that in Gal 3:2 and a further proof and aggravation of the folly and stupidity of the members of this church, who had not only received through the Gospel the Spirit, as a spirit of regeneration, at least many of them, but had seen the Gospel confirmed by the extraordinary gifts, signs, and wonders of the Holy Ghost, and which were still among them; and yet they were departing from this Gospel, through which all this was done: for it is asked, doth he it by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith? and the apostle's meaning is, that these extraordinary gifts of the Spirit, and these miracles done among them, did not attend the preaching of the law, or the doctrine of justification by works, taught by the false apostles, but the doctrine of faith, of justification by faith in the righteousness of Christ, delivered by him and others, for the truth of which he appeals to themselves; and therefore they must be guilty of the most egregious folly, once to think of, or take anyone step towards a departure from that doctrine. The Alexandrian copy reads here, as in Gal 3:2, "received ye the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith?"
Tyndale Open Study Notes
3:5 work miracles: See 1 Cor 12:4-11. The Holy Spirit is present with believers and in the church because of faith in the message . . . about Christ.