Galatians 6:16 And as many as walk according to this rule, peace be on them, and mercy, and on the Israel of God. I. THAT CHRISTIANITY IS A RULE OF LIFE. "And as many as walk according to this rule." 1. Christianity is a Divine rule. Christianity is of God. 2. Christianity is a perfect rule. "The law of the Lord is perfect." 3. Christianity is an unchangeable rule. "The word of the Lord standeth for ever." 4. Christianity is a precious rule. "The law of Thy mouth is better unto me than thousands of gold and silver." 5. Christianity is an influential rule. "Converting the soul." II. THAT CONFORMITY TO CHRISTIANITY AS A RULE OF LIFE IMPARTS GREAT BLESSINGS. 1. Harmony of soul. "Peace be on them." 2. The favour of God. "And mercy" 3. Relation to the children of God. "And upon the Israel of God." (J. O. Griffiths.) Parallel Verses KJV: And as many as walk according to this rule, peace be on them, and mercy, and upon the Israel of God.WEB: As many as walk by this rule, peace and mercy be on them, and on God's Israel. |
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