The Purpose of the Law
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Original, Nature, Property, and Use of Law
By John Wesley0ROM 7:1ROM 7:12John Wesley expounds on the original, nature, property, and use of God's law, emphasizing that the moral law is eternal, holy, just, and good. He clarifies that the law is not merely the Jewish or ceremonial law but a divine standard that reveals sin and guides believers towards righteousness. Wesley highlights the law's role in convicting sinners, leading them to Christ, and maintaining their spiritual life. He encourages believers to cherish the law as a reflection of God's character and a means to grow closer to Him. Ultimately, the law serves as a guide for living a life that honors God and fulfills His commandments.
Dead to the Law
By Theodore Epp0ROM 7:1Theodore Epp emphasizes that the Law was never intended to save but to reveal humanity's need for faith in Christ. While the Law highlights God's righteousness, it offers no power to fulfill it and instead condemns those who fail. Through Christ, believers are liberated from both their sinful nature and the Law's condemnation, allowing them to live righteously. This transformation occurs when one trusts in Christ, enabling His life to manifest within them. Ultimately, freedom from the Law is not a license to sin, but an opportunity to embody God's righteousness.