The Law of Moses was an integral part of scripture, but its limitations in addressing human sin and flaws made it an insufficient solution for salvation. According to the apostle Paul, the purpose of the Law was to reveal sin, not to provide a cure for it (Romans 3, 5, 7 and 2 Corinthians 3). As a result, the Law served as a schoolmaster, leading individuals to a deeper understanding of their need for salvation through Christ (Galatians 3:24).
The limitations of the Law were a result of the weakness of the flesh (Romans 7,8). The Law was unable to change human nature and bring about true righteousness (2 Corinthians 3). Instead, it merely exposed the extent of sin and the need for a solution. In this sense, the Law served as a steppingstone towards salvation through Christ.
The solution to the shortcomings of the Law is found in living by the Spirit. Rather than relying on external rules and regulations, those who live by the Spirit, experience a transformative process that leads to an ever-increasing glory. (2 Corinthians 3:18). The Holy Spirit, enables believers to overcome the weakness of the flesh and live in a way that truly pleases God (Romans 8).
In contrast to the Law, which could only point out sin, living by the Spirit brings about true transformation. This transformation extends beyond behaviour and affects the very heart and nature of a person. When a person is empowered by the Spirit, they live in a manner that aligns with the character and will of God (Philippians 2:13).
Receiving the Holy Spirit is through faith in the death of the Messiah for our sins, and His resurrection (1 Corinthians 15: 1-11, Galatians 3). This is stated in Ephesians 1:13 NIV: “And you also were included in Christ when you heard the message of truth, the gospel of your salvation. When you believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit.” 1 Corinthians 3:16 confirms that the Spirit of God dwells within those who believe, and 2 Timothy 1:7 states that the Spirit God gave us, makes us powerful, loving, and self-disciplined.
In conclusion, the Law of Moses is an important aspect of scripture, but its limitations in addressing the sin and flaws inherent in human nature made it an insufficient means of salvation. Instead, salvation is found in living by the Spirit, by believing the Gospel (Galatians 3, 5, Romans 8). This relationship empowers believers to overcome the weakness of the flesh and live in a manner that truly pleases God (Romans 8 and Galatians 5).
Galatians 3:1-14 (New International Version):
“You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified. I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit by the works of the law, or by believing what you heard? Are you so foolish? After beginning by means of the Spirit, are you now trying to finish by means of the flesh? Have you experienced so much for nothing?—if it really was for nothing. Well then, does God supply you with the Spirit and work miracles among you because you observe the law, or because you believe what you heard?
Consider Abraham: “He believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness.” Understand, then, that those who believe are children of Abraham. The Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and announced the gospel in advance to Abraham: “All nations will be blessed through you.” So those who have faith are blessed along with Abraham, the man of faith.
For all who rely on the works of the law are under a curse, as it is written: “Cursed is everyone who does not continue to do everything written in the Book of the Law.” Clearly no one is justified before God by the law, because, “The righteous will live by faith.” The law is not based on faith; on the contrary, “The man who does these things will live by them.” Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us, for it is written: “Cursed is everyone who is hung on a tree.”
He redeemed us in order that the blessing given to Abraham might come to the Gentiles through Christ Jesus, so that by faith we might receive the promise of the Spirit.”
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