Life, Sin, Promise, Law, Faith, Life

The Heavy Weight of the Law

For centuries, the Law of Moses stood as the standard of righteousness, revealing what it meant to be holy before God. It showed the requirements of a perfect and holy God, but there was a problem—no one could fully keep it. The Law, while good, became a burden, a constant reminder of our shortcomings. Imagine trying to follow every rule to the letter, knowing that even one slip would place you under a curse. Paul warned that anyone who sought righteousness through the Law had to uphold every part of it, or they were condemned (Galatians 3:10). The weight was unbearable. But that weight was never meant to be carried forever. It was designed to point us to something greater.

Christ Became the Curse for Us

Instead of leaving us under the curse of the Law, God provided the ultimate solution—Jesus. Christ didn’t just take away the curse; He became the curse for us (Galatians 3:13). His death on the cross wasn’t just an act of sacrifice; it was a legal exchange. The punishment that was meant for us fell on Him. His perfect life met the requirements of the Law, and His death satisfied its penalty. Because of this, we are no longer bound by the impossible task of earning righteousness. We are freed to live under the promise of faith, just as Abraham was counted as righteous not by works, but by belief (Galatians 3:6). The chains of legalism were broken, and faith became the new standard for relationship with God.

From Slaves to Sons

Paul described two major eras—one of bondage under the Law and one of freedom in Christ. Before Jesus, the Law acted as a guardian, keeping people in check until the time of faith arrived (Galatians 3:24). But now that faith has come, we are no longer under that guardian. We’ve moved from slaves trying to prove ourselves to sons and daughters fully accepted by God (Galatians 3:26). This new identity isn’t based on performance, background, or status. It’s based solely on our connection to Christ. In Him, there is no division between Jew or Greek, slave or free, male or female—we are all one (Galatians 3:28).

A Call to Live in Freedom

If we have been freed by faith, the next step is to live in that freedom. The Law once kept us trapped, striving and failing, but now we walk in the Spirit. Faith in Christ isn’t just about believing a doctrine; it’s about stepping into a transformed life. Sitting still is not an option. The call is to go—to grow in faith, to build community, to serve, to give, and to share this message of freedom with the world. Just as Jesus commanded His followers to make disciples and baptize them (Matthew 28:18-20), we too are called to take action. True freedom isn’t about doing nothing—it’s about walking boldly in the life Christ has won for us.

— AARON DININNY

[Multiply] Executive Director

The Vision of Faith

A Battle for the Truth

Since the beginning of time, there has been a battle raging—one that is not fought with swords or armies but in the hearts and minds of people. It started in the garden and has continued through every generation. The enemy’s greatest weapon? Deception. And one of his most effective lies is convincing people that salvation must be earned. This was the very trap that the Galatian church fell into, believing that faith in Christ wasn’t enough—that they also needed to uphold the works of the law to be right with God. But Paul didn’t hold back. He called them foolish, not because they lacked intelligence, but because they had abandoned the truth they once knew. The same battle still rages today. Will we trust in the finished work of Christ, or will we fall for the lie that we must prove ourselves worthy?

The Power of True Faith

The message of the gospel is simple but profound: we are justified by faith alone. Nothing we do—no act of service, no religious ritual—can add to what Christ has already accomplished. Paul challenged the Galatians in chapter three with four rhetorical questions to drive this point home. How did they receive the Spirit? By faith. How were they being transformed? By the Spirit’s work, not their own effort. Their salvation wasn’t something they earned; it was something they received. Yet, how often do we fall into the same trap? We equate our standing with God to how much we do rather than who we trust. But faith is not a feeling or a fleeting emotion—it is a firm confidence in the promises of God, a trust that shapes our lives and changes our actions.

The Legacy of Abraham

To reinforce the truth, Paul pointed the Galatians back to Abraham. Long before the law was given, Abraham was declared righteous—not because of his works, but because of his faith. He believed God’s promises, even when they seemed impossible. And that kind of faith—trusting fully in God’s word—is what makes us his spiritual children. The beauty of the gospel is that this promise extends beyond one nation or one people group. From the very beginning, God’s plan was to bless all nations through faith. We are part of that promise, and our call is clear: to walk in faith and to share this message with the world.

Holding Firm to the Gospel

In a world filled with shifting opinions and so-called enlightened perspectives, we must guard the truth of the gospel. Paul warned the Galatians that they had been "bewitched"—led astray by a message that sounded good but was ultimately false. Today, we face the same danger. Culture tells us that truth is relative, that faith is outdated, that we need to "earn" our worth. But God’s word stands unshaken. When we root ourselves in Scripture, we hear His voice clearly. When we cling to the message of the cross, we walk in true freedom. Salvation is not about what we can do—it’s about what Christ has done. Our response? Faith that stands firm.

— AARON DININNY

[Multiply] Executive Director