Galatians, Part 3 | Submission to Church Authority

Galatians, Part 3

In a discussion led by Dr. James Tour, the focus is on the book of Galatians and the apostle Paul’s reaction to various accusations against him. Dr. Tour highlights Paul’s significant calling to preach among the Gentiles, which comes after a transformative encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. Before heading to Jerusalem, Paul spends three years in Arabia, immersing himself in his mission. Despite being relatively unknown by sight to the churches in Judea, news of his conversion and preaching among the Gentiles spreads, leading to their glorification of God. Dr. Tour emphasizes the crucial importance of a genuine and passionate calling to ministry, cautioning against pursuing it lightly. He also stresses the value of submitting to church authority, as evidenced in Paul’s interactions with the apostles in Jerusalem.