8 For the one who sows to his own flesh shall from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit shall from the Spirit reap eternal life.
9 And let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we shall reap if we do not grow weary.
10 So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith.
What does the one who sows to his own flesh reap?
What did Paul tell us about the deeds of the flesh in chapter 5? (See verses 19-21.)
What does the one who sows to the Spirit reap?
In chapter 5, what did Paul tell us about the character of those who live and walk by the Spirit? (See verses 22-25.)
In verse 9, Paul says "let us not lose heart in doing good," so what is he assuming about the sowing of his readers?
Why shouldn't they lose heart in doing good?
In that verse, what is growing weary synonynous with?
What does Paul promise will happen if they do not grow weary in doing good?
What will they reap?
What words indicate that Paul is about to conclude this section of thought?
To whom does he encourage the Galatians to do good?
To whom should they especially do good?
In these verses, what is there a contrast between?
Has Paul mentioned this contrast before in this letter?
See: Galatians 4:22-31 and 5:16-25.
How is Galatians 6:7-10 related to Paul's discussion of freedom from the Law?
How is Galatians 6:7-10 related to what Paul said in Gal. 6:2 and 5:14?
If you want to reap eternal life, what do you need to do?
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