Galatians 6 KJV
King James Version, Holy Bible
1 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.
2 Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.
3 For if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceiveth himself.
4 But let every man prove his own work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.
5 For every man shall bear his own burden.
6 Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.
Galatians Chapter 6 (New Testament)
7 Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.
8 For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption; but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting.
9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.
10 As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
11 Ye see how large a letter I have written unto you with mine own hand.
12 As many as desire to make a fair shew in the flesh, they constrain you to be circumcised; only lest they should suffer persecution for the cross of Christ.
Galatians Chapter 6 (New Testament)
13 For neither they themselves who are circumcised keep the law; but desire to have you circumcised, that they may glory in your flesh.
14 But God forbid that I should glory, save in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by whom the world is crucified unto me, and I unto the world.
15 For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature.
16 And as many as walk according to this rule, peace be on them, and mercy, and upon the Israel of God.
17 From henceforth let no man trouble me: for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus.
18 Brethren, the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.
| Greek Word + Transliteration | Verse + Snippet | Meaning | Scholarly Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| καταρτίζω — katartizō | Verse 1 — “…restore such an one…” | “Restore,” mend. | Katartizō (“to restore”) suggests careful mending (“restore”). Paul advocates gentle correction. The term implies pastoral healing. — Richard Trench, Synonyms (1896) |
| βάρος — baros | Verse 2 — “…bear ye one another’s burdens…” | “Burden,” weight. | Baros (“burden”) describes oppressive load (“burden”). Mutual support fulfills Christ’s law. The term encourages compassion. — Philip Schaff, Commentary on Galatians (1882) |
| μυκτηρίζω — myktērizō | Verse 7 — “…God is not mocked…” | “Mock,” sneer at. | Myktērizō (“to mock”) implies contempt (“mock/sneer”). Divine justice cannot be evaded. The term warns against unbelief. — Thayer, Lexicon (1889) |
| σπείρω — speirō | Verse 7 — “…whatsoever a man soweth…” | “Sow,” scatter seed. | Speirō (“to sow”) symbolizes intentional action (“sow”). Moral choices reap consequences. The term supports ethical teaching. — Franz Delitzsch, Biblical Commentary (1884) |
| θερίζω — therizō | Verse 7 — “…that shall he also reap.” | “Reap,” harvest. | Therizō (“to reap”) expresses inevitable results (“harvest”). Spiritual sowing produces eternal outcomes. The term emphasizes moral accountability. — Joseph Thayer, Lexicon (1889) |
| ἐκκακέω — ekkakeō | Verse 9 — “…let us not be weary…” | “Lose heart,” grow faint. | Ekkakeō (“to lose heart”) warns against discouragement. Perseverance precedes harvest. The term affirms sustained obedience. — Richard Trench, Synonyms (1896) |
| καίρος — kairos | Verse 10 — “…as we have therefore opportunity…” | “Appointed time,” season. | Kairos (“season/opportunity”) denotes strategic moment (“opportune time”). Believers must act when God provides openings. The term reinforces wise stewardship. — Philip Schaff, Church History (1890) |
| στίγμα — stigma | Verse 17 — “…the marks of the Lord Jesus…” | “Mark,” brand. | Stigma (“mark/brand”) signifies ownership (“marks”). Paul bears scars of persecution. The term witnesses loyalty to Christ. — James Hastings, Dictionary of the Bible (1898) |
| καινός — kainos | Verse 15 — “…a new creature.” | “New,” renewed kind. | Kainos (“new”) denotes transformed nature (“new creation”). Salvation produces renewed identity. The term contrasts flesh with Spirit. — B. F. Westcott, Revelation of the Risen Lord (1898) |
| εἰρήνη — eirēnē | Verse 16 — “…peace be on them…” | “Peace,” wholeness. | Eirēnē (“peace”) expresses spiritual harmony (“peace”). Paul blesses those who follow gospel order. The term captures covenant well-being. — Joseph Henry Thayer, Lexicon (1889) |
Galatians Chapter 6
Verse: "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." - Galatians 6:9
Lesson: We are called to persevere in doing good, even when it is difficult or we face opposition. We can trust that God will reward our efforts in due time.
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Conclusion: We must continue to do good and serve others, even when we face challenges or setbacks. We can have confidence that God sees our efforts and will reward us in His perfect timing.
Prayer Points: Ask for strength and perseverance to continue doing good, even when it is difficult. Pray for God's guidance in serving others and making a difference in the world. Thank God for His faithfulness in rewarding our efforts in due time.
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