The Maker's Mark

Galatians 6: 11-18

11 See with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand. 12 It is those who want to make a good showing in the flesh who would force you to be circumcised, and only in order that they may not be persecuted for the cross of Christ. 13 For even those who are circumcised do not themselves keep the law, but they desire to have you circumcised that they may boast in your flesh. 14 But far be it from me to boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, by which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world. 15 For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation. 16 And as for all who walk by this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God.

17 From now on let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus.

18 The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit, brothers. Amen.

Types of Marks

Birthmark

Watermark

Benchmark

Ownership - human

Brand - animals

Ear Prick - Slaves

Ownership - Christ

Blood/Salvation

Christian conduct and compassion

Are you “marked”

How do you bear the marks?

Paul’s marks/example

As a Christian

With humility

1 Pet 5:5 In the same way, you who are younger must accept the authority of the elders. And all of you, dress yourselves in humility as you relate to one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”

With compassion

Luke 6:36 You must be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate.

What's Next

Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you to someone

Use your unique skills to do something special for them

Witness to them as the spirit directs

Disciple them

Invite them to church