Understanding the Purpose of God's Law

About this episode

This episode explores Paul's teachings in Galatians about the purpose of God's law and the contrast between legalism and faith.

In Galatians 3 and 4, Paul continues to impress upon the new believers in Galatia that salvation comes by grace through faith in Jesus Christ, not by their works nor by their ability to follow the Mosaic law. Paul explores in depth the contrasting paths of legalism and freedom in faith. As we study Paul’s teaching, we discover that God gave us his law to protect and guide us, not to save us. Together, let’s hear Paul’s loving heart as he urges the Galatians, and consequently, us to stay focused on Christ, to embrace our identity as God’s children, and to find our unity as believers in Christ.

Topics covered

• God's Law
• salvation
• grace
• faith
• legalism
• freedom
• Christian identity

Keywords

• God's Law
• salvation
• grace
• faith
• Mosaic law
• legalism
• freedom
• Christian identity

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: ReFrame Ministries

Books & works: Galatians

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