Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life

Freedom in Relationships

Jul 29, 2024

39:05

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Relationships can feel like a nightmare due to constant hurt and disappointment. Yet, they're essential to our humanity, mirroring the loving nature of the triune God. The conversation digs into the problems of conflict, such as superiority and inferiority complexes, and explores how freedom in Christ reshapes self-worth. It emphasizes the importance of serving one another while contrasting societal views of individual importance with the deeper connection found in God's love. Ultimately, understanding the gospel transforms and enriches our relationships.

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Genuine freedom in relationships calls for selfless love and support, as emphasized in Galatians, highlighting the principle of loving one's neighbor.

Human existence is fundamentally relational, reflecting God's nature, and fulfillment is found in deep connections with others rather than self-centered pursuits.

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The Transformative Truths of Galatians

The Book of Galatians emphasizes the transformative power of the Gospel and the key role it plays in understanding Christian freedom. Paul explains that believers are called to be free, but that freedom should not be abused for self-indulgence; instead, they are encouraged to serve one another in love. This fundamental principle is crucial, as the entire law is distilled into the command to love one's neighbor as oneself. The Letter to the Galatians asserts that genuine freedom is rooted in selflessly supporting others rather than succumbing to selfish desires.

The Root of Bigotry and Superiority

00:59

Desire for Glory and Unreal Ephemeral Nature

00:57

Connection is Essential for Human Existence

01:20

Intro

2min

The Divine Design of Relationships

9min

Understanding Relationship Dynamics

9min

Understanding Freedom and Worth in Christ

4min

Divine Worth vs. Societal Views

12min

Transforming Relationships Through Gospel Understanding

3min

Our relationships are such hard work. People are always getting hurt. People are always getting disappointed. Relationships are a nightmare, but we can’t get along without them.

As soon as we try to pull back from relationships, we lose our humanity. Because we’re made in the image of God. And the triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—has, from all eternity, been loving and knowing and communicating with each other. Relationship is at the very heart of things.

Galatians 5 tells us a lot about relationships. Let’s look at 1) what is the problem? and 2) what is the solution?

This sermon was preached by Dr. Timothy Keller at Redeemer Presbyterian Church on April 26, 1998. Series: Galatians: New Freedom, New Family. Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15,25-6:5.

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