In Galatians 6:1-10, Paul took the general principles of the fruit of the Spirit (which we studied last week) and applied them to three situations in the church in order to provide concrete examples of Christian living. The three situations are: when a Christian falls into sin, when ministers need support, and when any member needs help. The way we treat sinners, ministers, and the needy demonstrates the reality of our faith and the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives.
Instructions to slaves and masters orient all Christians toward commitment and service to the Lord Jesus.
Even though his people grumbled and quarreled, the Lord satisfied their needs at his own expense.
Our little work of accepting each other in the church is part of the big work God is doing in the world.
