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Boasting in the Cross - Galatians 6:11-18

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Doyle, R. C. (Robert Colin) (1947-). Boasting In the Cross - Galatians 6:11-18. Moore Theological College. 1991. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://images.quartexcollections.com/moore/thumbnails/preview/f12585f6-2ae5-49b4-b2d3-40de5b8d2574.

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Doyle, R. (1991). Boasting in the Cross - Galatians 6:11-18. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://images.quartexcollections.com/moore/thumbnails/preview/f12585f6-2ae5-49b4-b2d3-40de5b8d2574.

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Doyle, R. C. (Robert Colin) (1947-). Boasting In the Cross - Galatians 6:11-18. Moore Theological College. 1991. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://images.quartexcollections.com/moore/thumbnails/preview/f12585f6-2ae5-49b4-b2d3-40de5b8d2574.

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  • Doyle discusses boasting based on Galatians 6:11-18. Within the ancient world, boasting was favourably looked upon and was encouraged. Paul finishes his letters to the Galatians on a boastful note. Two types of boasting are seen in Paul’s declaration. Firstly, Paul wants the Galatians to boast in something of value. Within the Galatian church, the Circumcision Party arose seeking to influence Gentile converts to adopt external Jewish religious practices. Evidently, the adoption of externals allowed for the Circumcision Party to avoid local persecution and led to a growth of its following. For many, a concentration on external religious action was seductive and popular. Paul challenges the Galatians to consider whether God works through externals or through the gospel. Paul boasts in the Cross of Christ rather than in any external religious sign. For many, descriptions of the crucifixion method invoked feelings of deep horror and loathing. Paul purposefully boasts in the failure and weakness of the Cross and considers all worldly things meagre compared to what is offered in the Cross of Christ. Through the Cross, creation is restored, bringing forgiveness and unity to all Christians.
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