The Letter to the Galatians

Paul’s First Epistle?

1. Who wrote the letter? Great agreement – Paul wrote this

letter Mentioned in preface Extensive autobiographical section In sync with Acts Style of writing Theological arguments Tradition

2. To whom was it written? Southern Galatia

Psidian Antioch, Iconium, Lystra, Derbe Churches founded by Paul on the first

missionary journey described in Acts 13-14.

3. When was it written? Prior to 49 AD

Paul’s earliest letter in the NT

4. Why was it written? Occasion

Completing 1st Missionary Journey News of Judaizers Paul quickly wrote this defense before

going to Jerusalem for the conference Purpose

To confront the untruths of the Judaizers and affirm that salvation is by faith (plus nothing)

5. What is the main topic? Salvation is by faith, plus nothing.