Some Things Never Change

Series: Galatians: The Church on the Move
Passage: Galatians 3:15–29
Main Idea: In an ever-changing world, our God and His promises never change.

Introduction

Technology changes fast.

• Rotary phones → smartphones
• Forgotten plans → constant connection

But some things never change:

• Death
• Taxes

And most importantly:

God does not change.

In a world of broken promises and constant shifting, Galatians 3 reminds us:

God’s promises stand forever.

1. God’s Promises Stand Forever

(Galatians 3:15–18)

Paul points back to Abraham to make a crucial argument:

• God made a promise
• That promise came before the law
• The law did not change the promise

The law…does not annul a covenant previously ratified by God.

The Abrahamic Promise

God promised Abraham:

• A people
• A land
• A blessing to all nations

In you all the families of the earth shall be blessed. (Genesis 12:3)

That promise ultimately points to Christ.

The Key Truth

God’s promises are:

• Not dependent on human performance
• Not altered by later events
• Not weakened by failure

Application

We live in a world where promises are often broken.

But God:

• Always keeps His word
• Always fulfills His promises

Some of His promises to us:

• Forgiveness (1 John 1:9)
• Strength in temptation (1 Corinthians 10:13)
• Salvation (Romans 10:9)
• Eternal home (John 14:2–3)
• Future restoration (Revelation 21:4)

God’s promises never fail.

2. God’s People Are Known by Their Faith

(Galatians 3:19–22)

The promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe.

Why the Law?

Paul asks:

Why then the law?

Answer:

• To reveal sin
• To expose our need
• To show we cannot save ourselves

The law is:

• Good
• Holy
• But unable to justify

The Key Distinction

God’s people are not identified by:

• Perfect obedience
• External performance

They are identified by:

Faith

Faith Has Always Been the Way

• Abraham → believed God
• Moses → chose God over Egypt
• Israel’s faithful → trusted God’s promises

“The righteous shall live by faith.”

Application

You are not accepted by God because:

• You perform well
• You measure up

You are accepted because:

You trust Him.

3. God’s Invitation Is for All Who Believe

(Galatians 3:26–29)

In Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith.

A New Identity

In Christ:

• You are a child of God
• You are clothed in Christ
• You are made new

If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. (2 Corinthians 5:17)

A Unified People

The gospel removes barriers:

• Jew / Greek
• Slave / free
• Male / female

All are:

One in Christ Jesus

A Guaranteed Inheritance

Heirs according to promise.

Through Christ, we receive:

• God’s promises
• Eternal inheritance
• Secure future

Application

The invitation is open:

• Not based on background
• Not based on status
• Not based on performance

All who believe are welcomed.

Conclusion

In a world that constantly changes:

• Cultures shift
• Standards move
• Promises fail

But God:

• Does not change
• Does not forget
• Does not fail

He invites all who believe to become:

• His children
• His heirs
• His people

Main Idea: In an ever-changing world, our God and His promises never change.

Homework

Hebrews 11

Read
Reflect
Respond
Rest