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Overcoming Hindrances: Paul's Journey of Perseverance and Obedience

In the spiritual battle against hindrances, the Apostle Paul reminds us of the importance of perseverance and obedience. Drawing from Galatians 5:7, he cautions against being hindered, whether by misguided friends, false teachers, or hostile unbelievers. Paul’s focus on the goal encourages us to act as pioneers in our faith, avoiding distractions that prevent our spiritual progress. Through diligent obedience and faith in God, we can overcome obstacles, ultimately striving for the crown of life. Let us stay vigilant and respond to the call to serve faithfully.

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Overcoming Hindrances: Paul's Journey of Perseverance and Obedience

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  1. Hindered Lit.: to cut a trench between one's self and an advancing foe, to prevent his progress Felled trees or burned bridges Thus, hinder, thwart, Ga.5:7 Opposite of advanced (Ga.1:14): to clear a way, act as a pioneer Ga.5:7: satan’s delight

  2. I. Past Success No Guarantee Of Future Salvation Ga.2:2 Paul did not want to run in vain Ph.3:14 Paul kept his eye on the goal 2 T.4:7-8 Paul’s perseverance paidoff Ga.5:7, from encouragement to devastation

  3. II. Present Obedience Wins The Crown • Obey (cf. 3:1) • Same root as 5:8; a play on words: • …that from the truth you should withhold obedience; this obedience you are rendering does not come from… • Obedience = way a life, ongoing process. 2 Th.1:8 • Obeying truth

  4. III.Satan Tries To Hinder Us Two dangers: 1. Avoid hindering others, 1 Co.8:8…13 • 2 Jn.9-11; Ga.4:19 Hb.5:11-14 2. Avoid what hinders us, 1 Th.2:18 (16); 3:5; Rv.2:10

  5. Be on guard against Satan’s hindrances 1.People, Ga.5:7-12 a. Misguided friends. 1 Sm.17 b. False teachers. Ac.13; 2 Tim. 3:8; 4:15 c. Hostile unbelievers. Ezr.4:…4; Neh.4:8…10; 6:2…6 – 1 Co.16:9

  6. Satan’s people, cont’d. a. Misguided friends b. False teachers c. Hostile unbelievers d. Hostile “believers.” Jonah. Lk.11:52 e. Family. Lk.9:59 f. Careless disciples. Mk.10:13-14

  7. 2.Problems • Ga.5:13-15, 26 • Neh.4:10 • Success depends on our focus 3.Past • Ga.5:16-17, 19-21 • Ro.7 • Mt.14

  8. 4.Preoccupation, Ga.6:9-10 • Apathy:“…couldn’t care less…” • Amusements • Some “Christians” spend more time and money on recreation than on the Lord, more time pursuing it than eternal life, and enjoy it much more • Affluence. Mt.19:22

  9. IV. We Can Overcome Hindrances…If We Want To 1. Don’t lose faith in God, Ezr.6:…6-12 • Ep.3:21 • Ro.8:37

  10. 2. Pursue wisdom, Pro.4:11-12 • “…steps will not be hindered 3. Offer God your best, Ac.8:36 4. Treat others as you want to be treated, 1 Pt.3:7 – Takes it for granted: they pray – If he mistreats her, God will not hear his prayers (cf. v.12) Mal.2

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