Galatiansનમૂનો

Paul develops the thought of inheritance further. He compares the law to a guardian for immature children — necessary for a certain period, but not forever. The law was never intended to lead people to God permanently. Its function was limited: to bridge the time until the promised Savior came.

Now, however, what the prophet Ezekiel foretold centuries earlier has become reality:

God gives a new heart!

Through Jesus, this has come true: we are no longer slaves under the law, but mature children of God. The Holy Spirit dwells within us — transforming us from the inside and giving us the power to live in a way that pleases God. Therefore, returning to a law-driven way of life would be meaningless. We do not need to impress God with religious rules. We are allowed to call him “Abba” — “Father” — with full trust, as his beloved children.

Paul also reminds the Galatians of their relationship with him and that they can trust him. How warmly they welcomed him despite his weakness. We do not know exactly what it was — perhaps illness, the effects of persecution, or an eye problem. Yet they did not reject him.

Reflection
What does it mean to you that you can call God “Father”? Where do you experience the Holy Spirit guiding you — rather than an external law?