To the Galatians

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Bewitched, you fools! By Law, perfected still?
The Spirit you received by faith at first
By faith will hold you even at your worst.
The Law has saved you not and never will!

To be a son of Abraham, believe.
Accursed for us! It's Christ upon the tree
Who did redeem because he is the Seed
So that the Spirit we may now receive.

We walk as sons and heirs, enslaved no more.
In liberated steps, we're led to bear
The Holy Spirit's fruit and show great care
To all to let our boast in Christ outpour.

A cut of skin is impotent to save.
Instead, trust Christ - the sacrifice he gave.

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