True descent from Abraham is spiritual, not physical. Galatians 4:21-31

Pause for thought

People are saved by placing their faith in Jesus Christ, not because of what they do 4:21.

Paul uses an allegorical account of the story of Abraham’s two sons Isaac and Ishmael, to reinforce the point that the real descendants of Abraham are spiritual ( according to the promise) not physical ( that born according to the flesh) John 1:13.

The Law of Moses was given upon my Mount Sinai. Anyone who tries to keep the Law are simply exercising their flesh and find themselves still in bondage to sin 4:25. Please read Galatians 3:10-14.

The Jerusalem that is revered today by many is destined to pass away. But there is a New Jerusalem which is above it is free and has many children,.That is all those who are born again through faith in Jesus Christ and have had all their sins forgiven 4:26, See John 1:13. Also Revelation 21:9-27.

Paul opens a window upon why Christians are persecuted by those who are in bondage to sin, that is those who are living by the flesh (see Galatians 19-21). It is natural for fleshly people to make fun of God and His people. Jealousy and envy can often turn to bitter hatred towards the children of promise. ( this was the reason Ishmael and his mother Hagar were sent away) see Genesis 21:10, 4:30

Verses to remember

And you dear brothers and sisters, are children of promise, just like Isaac, And we who are born of the Holy Spirit are persecuted by those who want to keep the Law. Galatians 4:28-29 N.L.T.

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