God's Law

God's Law serves an important purpose, both historically and in modern times. God's Law shows His character, His justice, and points forward to His Son, Jesus Christ.

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Current Confusion Over Christian Freedom

In countering the Galatian heresy, Paul sometimes refers to Christian freedom. But the freedom he describes is very different from the way his words are commonly interpreted today.
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What's Wrong With Our Human Nature?

The Bible represents Satan as the master manipulator of human nature.
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The 'Curse of the Law'

Galatians 3:10-13 is one of the most frequently misused passages in the Bible.
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The Sinai Covenant and the 'Voice of the Lord'

The covenant that God made with the ancient Israelites at Mt. Sinai—to give them His special blessings and protection—was conditional on their obedience to His instruction.
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A High Priest Eager to Help Us

The key to solving the problem of sin is the help we receive through Jesus Christ.
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Rightly Understanding 'Justification' and 'Righteousness'

The words righteous or righteousness in English translations of the Scriptures describe primarily personal character as demonstrated in appropriate behavior.
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Key Elements of the Sinai Covenant

The Sinai Covenant's total package of law, the entire five books written by Moses, was designed to cover in principle every major aspect of national life in ancient Israel.
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God's 'Laws, Statutes and Judgments'

God's instructions to His people and their officials are usually summarized under the three broad categories of statutes, judgments and laws.
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God's Law: Is It a Burden or a Blessing?

Why did God give His law?
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Did the Ten Commandments Exist Before Moses?

Many people assume that the Ten Commandments and the covenant God established with ancient Israel are identical—and that both were abolished by Jesus Christ's death.
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Did Paul Teach That All Days of Worship Are Alike?

Did Paul teach that the Sabbath is no different from any other day or that we are free to choose for ourselves whatever day we wish to observe?
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Does Romans 14 Abolish Laws Concerning Unclean Meats?

Many believe Romans 14 says that Christians are free from all former biblical restrictions regarding the meats they may eat.
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How Does Justification Relate to Salvation?

In understanding the relationship between justification and salvation, we need to realize the different senses in which these terms are used.
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God's Magnificent Series of Covenants

Through special covenants made with Noah, Abraham, Moses and David, God long ago began to reveal important details of His plan to produce for Himself an enduring holy people. The promised New Covenant—the basis of Christ’s gospel—is the capstone of...
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How Faith Puts the Law on “Firmer Footing”

A comment by Paul that many lift out of context and misinterpret in Romans.
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The Justice and Judgment of God

God is a judge who holds every human being accountable to His law is a theme repeated again and again in the Scriptures.
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How Can We Obey God's Commandments?

What is the nature and purpose of God's Ten Commandments?
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Grace and Law: Why Are They Inseparable?

The word grace is regularly used by some religious people as if it replaces all need to obey God's law. That conclusion is not only inaccurate, it is also diabolical!
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Did Abraham Keep the Same Commandments God Gave to Moses?

Most religious teachers say that God's commands given through Moses applied only to ancient Israel and are not for us today.
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The High Priest Essential to Salvation

Only by having constant access to a living, permanent High Priest is it possible for us to obey God in a manner that pleases Him.