Why did God give us the Law?
In our increasingly secular culture, the laws of the Old Testament can seem confusing and restrictive. But in this message, Ben Stuart walks us through the Ten Commandments and explains how the structure God gave us is meant to help us flourish and point us toward Jesus.
Key Takeaway
The law grabs you by the hand and leads you to Christ.
5 Reasons God Gave Us the Law
It was for our good. It syncs us up to the reality of who God is. If we didn't know who God was, we would seek out their own idols/gods. To offer fidelity to this God. Not just awareness that He exists, that we can actually know Him.
It was for God's glory. When the nations see Him bless us, they will want to know Him because they want to be like us.
It was given to instruct us. The law encourages us and gives us hope. As we see how God has brought others out of things, we can believe that God could do the same for us.
It was meant to reveal sin. The laws were not meant for us to save ourselves, it's meant to give you the holy standard. Not that you could attain it to get God's presence, but to show you how big a derivation you really are.
It leads us to Christ. He puts His hand on our broken places and heals us so that we can run on the path He has for us.
Discussion Questions
What idols/gods were/are you chasing after?
Was there a distinctive difference for you from when you acknowledged God's existence vs. knowing Him personally?
How has the law given you hope?
Does the law make you feel free or bound after reading the Word?
How has the law revealed sin in your own life?
How do you reconcile knowing that the law is important to uphold because it gives us freedom while knowing we will never live perfect lives?
How has God healed your broken places?