21) Galatians 4:21-31

In this study, we dive into the Apostle Paul's allegorical use of the story of Sarah and Hagar to address the contentious issue of conversion among the Galatians. With a nuanced interpretation, the blog illuminates how Paul contrasts being a Gentile through conversion, epresented by Hagar, verses being one through faith, represented by Sarah. By redefining these historical figures as embodiments of two types of Gentiles, Paul's discourse invites believers to embrace the liberating promise of the gospel over the need to become Jewish by physical means.