or going up to Jerusalem to see those who had been apostles before me, I went off to Arabia, and on my return came back to Damascus.

Those who were regarded as the leaders??hat they once were makes no difference to me; God takes no account of external differences??he leaders contributed nothing new to me.

But the Scripture describes all mankind as the prisoners of sin, so that the promised blessing might on the ground of faith in Jesus Christ be given to those who have faith.

to ransom those who were subject to law, so that we might receive adoption.

Those who belong to Jesus the Christ have crucified the physical nature with its propensities and cravings.

Those who are taught the message must share all their goods with their teacher.

So then whenever we have an opportunity, let us do good to all men, especially to those who belong to the family of the faith.

Why, even those who let themselves be circumcised do not observe the Law themselves! But they want you to let yourselves be circumcised so that they can boast of that physical fact about you!