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Author: Stan Lewis
Company: CCBBC

New Testament 6	George, p. 428-443	Galatians 6: 11-18

1. How does 6: 11-16 vary from Paul’s normal pattern for closing a letter? 

2. What is an amanuensis? How was one used in the first century? If Paul used an amanuensis, who was it?

3. Why would Paul have used uncials and not miniscule or cursive letters? 

4. What dual charge did Paul level at his opponents in 6:12-13?  

5. How is the story of David in 1 Samuel comparable to the Judaizers in Galatians?

6. Paul will not boast in circumcision, but what will he boast in according to verse 14? How does Clarence Jordan add to our understanding of this verse? 

7. Explain George’s contention that verse 14 teaches a triple crucifixion to be considered. What does he mean? 

8. How does the cosmological significance of Jesus’ death have ethical implications for every believer? Illustrate George’s position.

9. What does the “new Creation” imply about the new life of the believer on p. 438?

10. Explain what is meant by a conditional benediction in 6:16.  Who was Paul expressing the blessing upon? 

11. Who was the “Israel of God” Paul also invoked the divine mercy? There is considerable discussion on this issue. Be sure to read it all before answering.

12. What were the “stigmata” on Paul’s body? What is Paul referring to with this term? 

13. Why does Paul mention these here at this point in his letter? 

14. Summarize Paul’s final benediction in 6:18.