Galatians 1:1-5

Galatians 1:1-5

[1] Paul,  an apostle,  (not  of  men,  neither  by  man,  but  by  Jesus  Christ,  and  God  the Father,  who  raised  him  from  the dead;)  [2] And  all  the brethren  which are with  unto the churches  of Galatia:  [3] Grace  and  peace  from  God  the Father,  and  Lord  Jesus  Christ,  [4] Who  gave  himself  for  sins,  that  he might deliver  from  this present  evil  world,  according  to the will  of God  and  Father:  [5] To whom  be glory  for  ever  Amen. 

What does Galatians 1:1-5 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Paul began this epistle with a word of greeting for his readers to introduce himself as the writer and to emphasize the divine source of his apostolic commission.