Bible Strands
Galatians 5:8
Such persuasion does not come from the One who calls you.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses the Galatian churches at a moment when their obedience to the truth is being obstructed by false teaching. He confronts their rapid departure from the faith after they were previously running well.
The words — πεισμονὴ (peismonē) translates to persuasion, and καλοῦντος (kalountos) translates to calling. The text explicitly states that this persuasion does not originate from the One who calls you.
The thread — The theme of divine calling appears in Galatians 1:6, where Paul notes they are deserting the One who called them, and in Romans 8:28, which defines those called according to His purpose. The immediate context of Galatians 5:7 highlights how external influence obstructs obedience to the truth.
Why it lands — It requires readers to test the source of every influence that shapes their faith. You must reject any teaching that conflicts with the authority of the One who called you.
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The Greek words
King James Version
This persuasion cometh not of him that calleth you.
Cross-references
- Galatians 1:6 I am amazed how quickly you are deserting the One who called you by the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel—
- Romans 8:28 And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose.