Bible Reading – Galatians 2
Conviction is very important. In this chapter we learn of two points of conviction for Paul. First, he understood the Law of Moses in relation to the gospel of Jesus and knew that the former was inferior to the latter. Second, he understood hypocrisy when he saw it. Consider the first point of conviction: the Law of Moses was designed to bring a child of Israel to the point of faith in Christ, and this would be accomplished if one would learn from the Law (cf. John 5:39-40). Now consider the second point: hypocrisy is something that we all struggle with to a greater or lesser degree. However, to him who is given much, much is expected. Peter knew better, and in his weakness (for the moment) he brought discredit to his name, and worse, to the name of the Lord. Our challenge, then, is two-fold. First, let us understand the Scripture (Romans 15:4) and its relation to the new covenant. Second, we have been given much, are we using it wisely?
