The Law of God
The Law of God: Introduction
In this study, we bring you the INTRODUCTION to our series on the Law of God
The Ceremonial Laws
It is clear from Scripture that the ceremonial laws had to do with several ordinances which were related to the sanctuary service
The Ten Commandments
The Ten Commandments, also known as the Moral Law, is divided into two major components. The first four of this law summarizes our duty to God whilst the last six summarizes our duty to our fellow men
The Ten Commandments Versus the Ceremonial law
During the time of ancient Israel, there existed an important working relationship between the Ten Commandments and the Ceremonial Law. When any of God's people sinned, he or she broke the Ten Commandments. To obtain forgiveness for the sin committed, the transgressor had to provide an offering as specified by the Ceremonial Law
Are we saved by grace or the keeping of the law?
The simple teaching of Scripture is that we are saved by grace through faith in Christ Jesus
Christ Hath Redeemed Us From The Curse Of The Law: An Exposition On Paul's Words In Galatians 3:13
The ceremonial ordinances, which embodied the frequent purchasing of animals for sacrifices, and the frequent handling of blood, with its diverse washings and purifications, were contrary to our very nature. The continual keeping of them could not totally clear or free a person's conscience from sin. It was an enmity or a curse that Christ's death took away forever
Selected References/Further Study
Beyond Orion’s Gates by Mark A. Finley
The Next Superpower by Mark A. Finley
Basic Bible Study Helps by Harold E. MetCalf
Bible Readings: Bible Questions Answered (Happiness Digest Series)
The Bible Speaks by W. L. Emmerson
The Bible Instructor by Louise C. Kleuser
