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    Thomas R. Schreiner, Galatians, Zondervan Exegetical Commentary Series on the New Testament v. 9 (Grand Rapids, MI, [2010?]; Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2010). p. 270.

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2024-07-10
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  1. Galatians 4:4 (ESV)
  2. Exposition

What is the fullness of time?

Galatians 4:4 (ESV)

4 But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law,

The fullness of time emphasizes the moment when God freely determined to realize and put into effect his saving promises (Mark 1:15; Ephesians 1:10; 1 Corinthians 10:11).1

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