They asked only that we would remember the poor, which I made every effort to do.

I only want to learn this from you: Did you receive the Spirit by the works of the law or by hearing with faith?

For you were called to be free, brothers; only don’t use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but serve one another through love.

Those who want to make a good impression in the flesh are the ones who would compel you to be circumcised—but only to avoid being persecuted for the cross of Christ.