KE Group Questions
Week of February 1, 2026

Summary
Pastor Joel Eugene preached from Galatians 3:1-14 about receiving life through faith rather than works of the law. He addressed how the Galatian church had been deceived by Judaizers who taught that salvation required following Jewish law in addition to faith in Christ. Paul called them 'foolish' not because they lacked intelligence, but because they had abandoned the truth they once knew. The message emphasized that righteousness has always come through faith, as demonstrated by Abraham, and that the law was never God's primary method of salvation but a temporary measure. Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us on the cross, enabling us to receive the Spirit through faith.

Ice Breaker
What is one tradition or rule from your childhood that you later realized wasn't as important as you once thought it was?

Key Verses
  1. Galatians 3:1-3
  2. Galatians 3:6-9
  3. Galatians 3:10-12
  4. Galatians 3:13-14
  5. Ephesians 2:8-9
  6. 2 Corinthians 3:6

Questions
  1. Why do you think Paul used such strong language ('O foolish Galatians') when addressing the church? What does this tell us about his heart for them?
  2. How can we distinguish between helpful correction and harmful deception when someone challenges our understanding of the Gospel?
  3. Pastor Joel mentioned that the Judaizers came when Paul was away. How can we protect ourselves and our church community from false teaching when our leaders aren't present?
  4. What does it mean that 'the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life'? How have you experienced this truth in your own spiritual journey?
  5. Abraham believed God and it was counted to him as righteousness. What are some areas in your life where God is asking you to trust Him like Abraham did?
  6. How do we balance honoring biblical principles with avoiding legalism? Where might we be tempted to add 'works' to our salvation?
  7. Paul said we cannot be made perfect in the flesh because it wars against the Spirit. What does it look like practically to 'walk in the Spirit' in daily life?
  8. The message emphasized that Christ became a curse for us. How should this truth of substitutionary atonement impact how we view ourselves and others?

Life Application
This week, examine your own spiritual life for any areas where you might be relying on your own efforts or performance rather than trusting in God's grace. Choose one specific area where you've been trying to earn God's approval through your works, and instead practice depending on the Holy Spirit's power. Spend time in prayer asking God to help you walk by faith, not by sight, and to trust in His finished work on the cross.

Key Takeaways
  1. Righteousness has always come through faith, not through keeping the law or human effort
  2. The law was never God's primary method of salvation but served as a temporary measure to reveal our need for a Savior
  3. Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us on the cross
  4. We must guard against modern-day 'Judaizers' who would add requirements to the simple Gospel of grace through faith
  5. The Christian life is sustained by continuous dependence on the Holy Spirit, not by human effort or returning to what could never save us

Importance  of KE Groups

Growing spiritually takes a daily personal walk with God and a gathering together in fellowship with other believers.

Our corporate gathering is for equipping the saints, but meeting in small groups allows regular individual
participation so that personal needs can be addressed.

Small groups also foster growth in ministering the gifts of the Holy Spirit, accountability, and the support
necessary to be a healthy member of the family of God.

The leadership of Praise Tabernacle has encouraged group leaders to be missional and evangelistic
in their approach to leading these groups.

The ultimate goal is Kingdom Expansion.

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GROUP LOCATIONS


Egg Harbor Township
Wednesday Nights @ 6:30 pm - Andy & Lori Holman's home -


1st & 3rd Wednesday Nights @ 7:00 pm - Terry & Sue Luma's home -


Mays Landing
1st Wednesdays, 7 pm - Host: Pastor Josh & Loraine Kennedy;


3rd Wednesdays, 7 pm - Host: Matt & Elise Lucas;

4th Wednesday, 7 pm - Host: Caleb & Tahlia Wilkes;


Reach out to Pastor Josh if you have any questions: (609) 402-8869

Egg Harbor City
2nd & 4th Wednesday Nights @  6:30pm - Eddie Aponte's home -


Galloway
2nd & 4th Wednesday Nights @  6:30pm -Greg & Regina's home


Ocean View
Sunday Nights (Every 1st & 3rd) @ 6pm - Joanne Utt's Home  -