Galatians 3:2 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

This only would I learn of you, Received ye the Spirit by the works of the law, or by the hearing of faith?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I just want to know one thing from you guys: Did you receive the Spirit because you followed all the rules perfectly, or because you heard the good news and believed it?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Paul's asking the real question: Did God show up because you earned it or because you trusted him?

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