Paul begins his letter to the churches in Galatia by highlighting the authority his words have as an apostle appointed by God. He greets the readers with grace and peace, which are only experienced through the Lord Jesus Christ, and concludes his introduction by glorifying God the Father.

Galatians 1:1–5

Greeting

1:1 Paul, an apostle—not from men nor through man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead—2 and all the brothers¹ who are with me,

To the churches of Galatia:

3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, 4 who gave himself for our sins to deliver us from the present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, 5 to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen.

Footnotes

[1] 1:2 Or brothers and sisters. In New Testament usage, depending on the context, the plural Greek word adelphoi (translated “brothers”) may refer either to brothers or to brothers and sisters; also verse 11

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