Join The Journey S4:287 Galatians 1-3
Dec 1, 2025
Shaun Norwood, a passionate ministry leader and member of Watermark Community, shares his faith journey and insights on Galatians 1-3. He discusses the historical context of Paul's message, emphasizing that justification comes through faith, not the works of the Law. Shaun highlights the challenges faced by early Jews regarding this new gospel, explains the role of the Law as a guardian, and ultimately reminds us that salvation is rooted in grace through faith alone. His compelling perspective enriches our understanding of freedom in Christ.
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Journey Into Church Life
- Shaun describes his church background and how he returned to active faith through Bible studies in his 20s.
- He explains joining different churches and finally attending Watermark since 2010.
Hands-On Serving Roles
- Shaun shares his current service roles as a lay director in Frontlines and a leader in Gather.
- He describes hands-on tasks like picking up trash or helping teams during Sunday mornings.
Galatians: Early, Dense, Focused On Freedom
- Galatians is one of the earliest Pauline letters and is densely packed because Paul writes in a hurry.
- The key theme to watch for is freedom, and Paul is more critical of his audience than in other epistles.