SCRIPTURE: Galatians 3:15-25

OBSERVATION:
Paul says that the Law of Moses was temporary, put in after the original covenant with Abraham, for a specific ‘season’, until the promised Messiah (seed) would come to defeat sin, death and hell (Genesis 3:15). The law is not evil, but is limited, it serves a purpose – like household rules for young children until they reach adulthood. Now that Jesus has come, the Law (as covenant) is obsolete (see Hebrews 7:18-19, 8:13).

APPLICATION:
This is so important. By nature we naturally lean towards legalism (self-effort), and the church has a long history of re-imposing the laws of Moses. They are helpful guides, revealing sin and righteousness, but not Rules to be meticulousy adhered to. One example that is often imposed on new testament believers is the tithe. Paul makes it very clear, do not let anyone judge you about this stuff (Colossians 2:16-17). The reality is Christ!

PRAYER:
Lord, I need to grow in this truth more. Help me not to use my ‘freedom’ as an excuse for sin. Help me to focus on You, so that I look more and more ke You. Amen.