Includes bibliographical references and index.

Introduction to Galatians. The historical influence of Galatians ; Author, audience, date ; The literary type and structure of Galatians ; Contemporary significance of Galatians ; Features of this commentary -- The letter opening, 1:1-5. Galatians as an apostolic epistle ; The special function of the letter opening ; Practicing a Christ-centered faith ; Understanding atonement ; Separation from the world ; Language -- Part 1 (1:6-4:11) : a rebuke : defending the truth. The problem in the Galatian churches, 1:6-10 ; Paul's defense of the gospel as new revelation, 1:11-2:21 ; Paul's defense of the gospel as fulfilled revelation, 3:1-4:11 -- Part 2 (4:12-6:10) : a request : obeying the truth. Example of the apostle, 4:12-20 ; A scriptural case for corrective action, 4:21-31 ; Standing fast in freedom, 5:1-12 ; Overcoming the flesh by the spirit, 5:13-24 ; Acting in conformity to the Spirit, 5:25-6:10 ; Conclusion to the letter, 6:11-18.