Galatians 1:24
Galatians 1:24 in Multiple Translations
And they glorified God because of me.
And they glorified God in me.
and they glorified God in me.
And they gave glory to God in me.
—and they praised God because of me.
and they were glorifying God in me.
So they glorified God in me.
And they glorified God in me.
And they glorified God in me.
And they praised God because of what had happened to me.
Those Christians heard that I changed, and they were happy, and they thanked God and said that he is really great.
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Greek Word Reference — Galatians 1:24
Study Notes — Galatians 1:24
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- Galatians 1:24 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Galatians 1:24
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Galatians 1:24
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
- Trapp's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
- Ellicott's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
- Cambridge Bible on Galatians 1:24
- Barnes' Notes on Galatians 1:24
- Whedon's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
- Sermons on Galatians 1:24
Context — Paul Preaches the Gospel
Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 9:8 | When the crowds saw this, they were filled with awe and glorified God, who had given such authority to men. |
| 2 | Acts 11:18 | When they heard this, their objections were put to rest, and they glorified God, saying, “So then, God has granted even the Gentiles repentance unto life.” |
| 3 | Luke 15:10 | In the same way, I tell you, there is joy in the presence of God’s angels over one sinner who repents.” |
| 4 | Luke 2:14 | “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests!” |
| 5 | Luke 15:32 | But it was fitting to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’” |
| 6 | 2 Thessalonians 1:10 | on the day He comes to be glorified in His saints and regarded with wonder by all who have believed, including you who have believed our testimony. |
| 7 | 2 Thessalonians 1:12 | so that the name of our Lord Jesus will be glorified in you, and you in Him, according to the grace of our God and of the Lord Jesus Christ. |
| 8 | Colossians 1:3–4 | We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, because we have heard about your faith in Christ Jesus and your love for all the saints— |
| 9 | 2 Corinthians 9:13 | Because of the proof this ministry provides, the saints will glorify God for your obedient confession of the gospel of Christ, and for the generosity of your contribution to them and to all the others. |
| 10 | Acts 21:19–20 | Paul greeted them and recounted one by one the things that God had done among the Gentiles through his ministry. When they heard this, they glorified God. Then they said to Paul, “You see, brother, how many thousands of Jews have believed, and all of them are zealous for the law. |
Galatians 1:24 Summary
[This verse means that the churches were so amazed by the change in Paul's life, from hating Christians to loving and preaching about Jesus, that they gave glory and praise to God because of it, similar to how we give thanks to God for the good things He does in our lives, as seen in Psalm 100:4-5 and 1 Thessalonians 5:18.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that the churches glorified God because of Paul?
This means that the churches were giving praise and honor to God because of the dramatic change they saw in Paul's life, from being a persecutor of Christians to becoming a preacher of the faith, as seen in Galatians 1:23, similar to the transformation of Saul in Acts 9:1-31.
How did the churches of Judea hear about Paul's conversion?
The churches of Judea heard about Paul's conversion through reports and accounts of his transformation, as mentioned in Galatians 1:23, which is similar to how news of Jesus' miracles and teachings spread in Luke 4:14 and Luke 5:15.
Why is it significant that the churches glorified God because of Paul?
This is significant because it shows that the churches recognized God's power and grace in transforming Paul's life, and it gives us an example to follow in giving glory to God for the work He does in our lives, as seen in Ephesians 1:12 and Romans 11:36.
What can we learn from the churches' response to Paul's conversion?
We can learn that when we see God at work in someone's life, our response should be to give praise and glory to Him, just like the churches did, and to trust in His power to transform lives, as seen in 2 Corinthians 5:17 and Philippians 1:6.
Reflection Questions
- How has God transformed my life, and how can I give Him glory for it?
- What are some ways I can glorify God in my daily life, just like the churches did because of Paul?
- How can I share my own story of transformation with others, to give them hope and point them to God's power?
- What are some areas of my life where I need to trust in God's power to transform me, just like He did with Paul?
Gill's Exposition on Galatians 1:24
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Galatians 1:24
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
Trapp's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
Ellicott's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
Cambridge Bible on Galatians 1:24
Barnes' Notes on Galatians 1:24
Whedon's Commentary on Galatians 1:24
Sermons on Galatians 1:24
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(2.) Gal_1:24 : "They Glorified God in me." by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the transformative power of Christ within believers, illustrating this through a conversation with Andrew Bonar and young Salvation Army members who radiate G |
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Overlaid With Pure Gold by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of the ark of the covenant, made of acacia wood and overlaid with pure gold, symbolizing God's glory and His jealousy for it. He illust |
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(Acts) Breaking Down the Barriers by Brian Brodersen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Cornelius and Peter from the Bible. Cornelius, a devout man, receives a message from an angel to send for Peter. Meanwhile, Pete |
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The New Exodus Community - Galatians 5:1 by Michael Flowers | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal anecdote about his dog and a bone to illustrate the destructive nature of biting and devouring one another. He connects this behavior |
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Concepts of Revival by Glenn Meldrum | Glenn Meldrum preaches about the essence of revival as a sovereign, supernatural work of the Holy Spirit, where God reveals His holiness and glory, leading to the transformation of |
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Day 39, Acts 11:1-18 by David Servant | David Servant preaches on the early church's struggle with traditions and the importance of prioritizing love for people over rigid adherence to man-made rules. He highlights the p |
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His Infinitude - Part 2 by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the belief that God created the beautiful wonders of nature, such as sunsets, with joy and intention. The preacher supports this belief by r |







