Galatians 3:3
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Galatians 3:3 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Galatians 3:3 is a verse from the book of Galatians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Are ye so foolish? having begun in the Spirit, are ye now made perfect by the flesh?" Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Galatians 3:3 — KJV
“Are ye so foolish? having begun in the Spirit, are ye now made perfect by the flesh?”
— Galatians 3:3 (KJV)
Galatians 3:3 in Context — About the Book of Galatians
Galatians is Paul's fiery defense of freedom — no angel, apostle, or law-keeping can add to the finished work of Christ. It gives us the fruit of the Spirit, crucifixion with Christ, and the rallying cry of every recovered legalist: it is for freedom that Christ has set us free.
Cross-References for Galatians 3:3
“Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.”
Shares key themes with Galatians 3:3: having, spirit, perfect
“Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, that the word of the LORD spoken by the mouth of Jeremiah might be accomplished, the LORD stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia, that he made a proclamation throughout all his kingdom, and put it also in writing, saying,”
Shares key themes with Galatians 3:3: spirit, now, made
“Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, that the word of the LORD by the mouth of Jeremiah might be fulfilled, the LORD stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia, that he made a proclamation throughout all his kingdom, and put it also in writing, saying, made...: Heb. caused a voice to pass”
Shares key themes with Galatians 3:3: spirit, now, made
“Now the Egyptians are men, and not God; and their horses flesh, and not spirit. When the LORD shall stretch out his hand, both he that helpeth shall fall, and he that is holpen shall fall down, and they all shall fail together.”
Shares key themes with Galatians 3:3: spirit, now, flesh
“I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one; and that the world may know that thou hast sent me, and hast loved them, as thou hast loved me.”
Shares key themes with Galatians 3:3: now, made, perfect
Pray Galatians 3:3
Generate a Prayer from Galatians 3:3
Our AI will write a personal prayer inspired by this scripture — tailored to your situation. Free, instant, no account needed.
✦ Pray This Verse