Illustrations from Galatians
924 illustrations referencing Galatians
It Is a Wonderful Life: What If You Had Never Been Born (Matthew 5:14-16)
George Bailey in It Is a Wonderful Life wishes he had never been born, and Clarence the angel grants his wish. George discovers Bedford Falls has become Pottersville - without his quiet heroism, every
Amadeus: When Others Are More Gifted (1 Corinthians 12:14-18)
Salieri loves God and music. He has worked, sacrificed, disciplined himself. Then Mozart arrives—vulgar, immature, seemingly unworthy—but impossibly gifted. Salieri's faith collapses: Why would God gi
Room: The World Is Too Big (John 8:36)
Jack has spent his entire five years in a single room, captive with his mother. Room is his whole world—he believes the rest of existence is outer space. When they finally escape, freedom is terrifyin
Finding Nemo: Just Keep Swimming (Isaiah 43:2)
Dory's mantra in Finding Nemo - just keep swimming - becomes profound theology when Marlin faces the darkest depths of ocean. He has lost his wife, nearly lost his only son, and must journey through s
Braveheart: Freedom Is Not Free (Galatians 5:1)
William Wallace's dying cry—Freedom!—has become iconic, but the film earns it through three hours of showing what freedom costs. Wallace loses his father, his wife, eventually his life. He could have
Devotional: The Bible is Not a Sex Manual
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on The Bible is Not a Sex Manual in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 3:28. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter The Bible is Not a Sex Manual. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdo...
Prayerful Lent
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Lent in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 5:22-23. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Lent. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Lent in a...
The Nonviolent Resistance Challenge
In our modern world, Nonviolent Resistance presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Nonviolent Resistance. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the comp...
Daily Hatred
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Hatred in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 5:22-23. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Hatred. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Hatre...
Morning Meditation: Advent
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Advent in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 5:22-23. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Advent. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with Adven...
Prayerful Redemption
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Redemption in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 2:20. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Redemption. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with ...
Morning Meditation: Missions
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Missions in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 5:22-23. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Missions. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might be calling you to engage with M...
A Modern Story of Clobbering the Clobber Texts
In our modern world, Clobbering the Clobber Texts presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Clobbering the Clobber Texts. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and respondi...
Morning Meditation: Online Church & Community
Dear Heavenly Father, As I reflect on Online Church & Community in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 3:28. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes and respond with the love and grace you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Online Church & Community. May my actions reflect your character and draw others closer to you. In Jesus' name, Amen. Take a moment today to consider how God might ...
A Modern Story of Faith
In our modern world of uncertainty and rapid change, faith often feels like a fragile thing. But consider the story of Maria, a single mother who lost her job during the pandemic. Instead of despair, she chose to trust God's provision, even when her bank account was nearly empty. She started a small online business from her kitchen, and within six months, she was not only supporting her family but helping other struggling parents find work. This contemporary example of faith reminds us that Gal...
When Climate Change & Stewardship Meets Faith
The climate crisis is perhaps the greatest moral challenge of our generation. Like the parable of the talents, we have been entrusted with a precious gift - our planet - and we will be held accountable for how we steward it. Meet David, a church youth leader who organized a "Green Sunday" where his congregation committed to reducing their carbon footprint. They installed solar panels on the church roof, started a community garden, and challenged each other to carpool to services. What began as ...
A Modern Story of The Peculiar Politics of Christ
In our modern world, The Peculiar Politics of Christ presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding The Peculiar Politics of Christ. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and re...
Lessons from Leading Toward Peace
In our modern world, Leading Toward Peace presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Leading Toward Peace. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the comple...
A Contemporary Immigration and Welcome Story
In our modern world, Immigration and Welcome presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Immigration and Welcome. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and responding to the ...
Spiritual Insight: Interfaith Dialogue
Dear God of Love and Justice, As I reflect on Interfaith Dialogue in my life today, I am reminded of your wisdom found in Galatians 3:28. Help me to see this area of my life through your eyes of love and respond with the compassion and justice you have shown me. Guide me to be a light in the darkness, bringing hope and healing wherever I encounter Interfaith Dialogue. May my actions reflect your character of love and work for the transformation of our world into your kingdom of justice and pea...
A Modern Story of Mental Health & Spirituality
Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd, many suffer in silence, afraid to speak up about their anxiety, depression, or trauma. Consider Marcus, a worship leader who shared his battle with depression from the pulpit. His vulnerability opened doors for others to seek help and support. The church became a place of healing, not just spiritual, but emotional and psychological as well. This modern ...
A Modern Story of Economic Justice and the Kingdom
In our modern world, Economic Justice and the Kingdom presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding Economic Justice and the Kingdom. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understanding and ...
Real-World We Have What We Need to Practice Love
In our modern world, We Have What We Need to Practice Love presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar struggles in their time, we too are called to navigate these waters with wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to justice. Consider how Galatians 3:28 speaks to the contemporary issues surrounding We Have What We Need to Practice Love. The timeless truths found in Scripture provide a foundation for understa...
The Mental Health & Spirituality Challenge
Mental health struggles are often hidden in our churches, yet they affect nearly everyone. Like the woman who touched Jesus' hem in the crowd, many suffer in silence, afraid to speak up about their anxiety, depression, or trauma. Consider Marcus, a worship leader who shared his battle with depression from the pulpit. His vulnerability opened doors for others to seek help and support. The church became a place of healing, not just spiritual, but emotional and psychological as well. This modern ...