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  • Genesis 16 Explained

    Genesis 16 depicts the struggle between human impatience and divine mercy. Sarai’s attempt to fulfill God’s promise through Hagar leads to conflict and despair. However, Hagar encounters God in the wilderness, receiving assurance and a promise for her son Ishmael. The chapter emphasizes God’s compassion for the marginalized and encourages trust in His timing.

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  • What does Galatians 4 mean?

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    Galatians 4 emphasizes the contrast between the bondage of the Law and the freedom found in Christ. Paul highlights that believers, adopted as children of God, should not revert to the Law’s constraints. Using the allegory of Hagar and Sarah, he reinforces that true freedom comes through faith in Christ, not adherence to the Law.

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