The People’s Bible: Galatians, Ephesians

by Armin J. Panning

Publisher:

Northwestern Publishing House

, 1997

Overview

Paul wrote to the Galatians because their faith was threatened by false teachers who said that salvation was dependent upon both Christ and works. This false gospel, Paul wrote, was “no gospel at all.” Paul wrote his letter to the Ephesians while he was a prisoner and reminded them of what God’s great power and grace has done for believers.

Many people have found The People’s Bible to be the most reliable Bible commentary series published. It’s the laypeople’s Bible—down to earth, clearly written, easy to read and understand, filled with practical and contemporary applications. The Christ-centered commentary follows the Scripture sections containing explanations of the text, historical background, maps, illustrations, and archaeological information.

The People’s Bible commentaries are great for personal or group study.

Key Features

• Historical background
• Maps, illustrations, and archaeological information
• Practical and contemporary applications

Contents

Top Highlights

“Note, however, a difference in how Paul describes the two sets of activities. The acts of the sinful nature are things that sinful people can do by themselves. They need no help. The good things, on the other hand, are not things that come naturally. They are the ‘fruit of the Spirit.’ God the Holy Spirit produces them in and through us.” (Page 100)

“unless you are circumcised, according to the custom taught by Moses, you cannot be saved’” (Page 7)

“‘Law’ does not in this instance mean a legal requirement, but, rather, a pattern, a model to follow.” (Page 103)

“To stand firmly in God’s good graces without having to do anything to merit or earn this blessing—that is freedom indeed! For such freedom Christ has set us sinners free by his merit, which comes to us through faith. What folly to give up that freedom and once more take up the burden of trying to keep legal regulations, whether they be the Mosaic Law or any other pattern of works done to please God and thus earn his favor.” (Page 90)

“Love is simply faith in action, and both are produced by the gospel, which alone can win hearts and lives for the Lord Jesus Christ.” (Page 139)

Product Details

• Title: The People’s Bible: Galatians, Ephesians
• Author: Armin J. Panning
• Publisher: Northwestern Publishing House
• Publication Date: 1997
• Pages: 222

About Armin J. Panning

Armin J. Panning was a man who knew how things worked. He had a deep appreciation for the grace that God showed him in Christ Jesus, forgiving his sins and calling him to service in the ministry of the gospel. He worked on the volume of Northwestern Publishing House’s People’s Bible series for the book of Romans. Drawing on his experience of teaching Greek and New Testament isagogics, he had previously written the volume for Galatians and Ephesians.