Galatians 2:14

"And the rest of the Jews joined him in his hypocrisy, so that even Barnabas was carried away with their hypocrisy."

Key Reflection

In Galatians 2:14, Paul highlights how the actions of a few can influence and compromise those around them, even Barnabas, known for his initial support of Gentile converts. This moment underscores the power of hypocrisy to spread, affecting not just individuals but entire communities in their walk with God.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 14. But when I saw that they walked not uprightly. To walk, in the Scriptures, is usually expressive of conduct or deportment; and the idea here is, that their conduct in this case was not honest. According to the truth of the gospel. According to the true spirit and design of the gospel. That requires perfect honesty and integrity; and as that was the rule by which Paul regulated his life, and by which he felt that all ought to regulate their conduct, he felt himself called on openly to reprove the principal person who had been in fault. The spirit of the world is crafty, cunning, and crooked.

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