Galatians 5:5-7
New English Translation
5 For through the Spirit, by faith, we wait expectantly for the hope of righteousness. 6 For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision carries any weight—the only thing that matters is faith working through love.[a]
7 You were running well; who prevented you from obeying[b] the truth?
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- Galatians 5:6 tn Grk “but faith working through love.”
- Galatians 5:7 tn Or “following.” BDAG 792 s.v. πείθω 3.b states, “obey, follow w. dat. of the pers. or thing…Gal 3:1 v.l.; 5:7.”
Galatians 5:5-7
New International Version
5 For through the Spirit we eagerly await by faith the righteousness for which we hope.(A) 6 For in Christ Jesus(B) neither circumcision nor uncircumcision has any value.(C) The only thing that counts is faith expressing itself through love.(D)
7 You were running a good race.(E) Who cut in on you(F) to keep you from obeying the truth?
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