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"Grace" and "works" are loaded terms in Christian circles. Many may believe they understand them rightly, yet in practice deny this. How can one know the difference between the two concepts as far as Christianity is concerned? Describe and prove what you believe are the rightful definitions of each, citing exegetical work done in Galatians, particularly the third chapter. Make sure that your explanations are clear, concise, and argued from the biblical text, using only those outside sources that might relate to the Pauline letter specifically.

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Perhaps you remember discussing this with others, but Galatians is mostly about Paul trying to relate to people who, because of their immaturity, regarded the Law as a judge of character. Therefore, the more you obeyed the Law, the better person you were. Paul of course says that trying to "be a better person" is off the mark, because according to him, when living according to the Spirit there's no concern about adequacy or comparison - everyone is safe, equal, and loved. And as far as ...

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