

GAL283 - Clearly the Bible Makes it Seem Like Galatians Worked, but What About AFTER the Bible?
Sep 24, 2025
Curiosity drives a deep dive into the legacy of Galatians. The discussion explores whether Paul's gospel truly took hold in Galatia. Five intriguing clues from the New Testament hint at the persistence of his message. Historical and archaeological insights provide a richer context for the towns Paul frequented. Trivia reveals his most visited cities, while contrasting the prosperity of Galatian towns with the issues faced in Ephesus and Corinth. Exciting previews promise future explorations of Derbe's significance.
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Paul's Letter Likely Won The Argument
- The biblical clues indicate Paul's letter to the Galatians prevailed with the original audience.
- Acts shows Paul circulated the Jerusalem council's decisions and the churches generally accepted his message.
Five Biblical Clues Of Lasting Faith
- Multiple clues in Acts support the idea that Galatian churches remained strong and grew.
- Timothy's presence, Acts 16:5, and Paul's reengagements all point to sustained faith and numeric growth.
South Galatia Was More Receptive
- The pattern of Paul's missionary journeys shows the southern Galatian towns were more productive than the northern ones.
- This uneven productivity supports the claim that southern churches embraced Paul's teachings.