In our previous article, we saw how the Westminster Confession divides the Old Testament law into three categories: Ceremonial (which is abolished), Judicial (which expired with the nation of Israel), and Moral (which remains forever). But this raises a profound question: If Christians are saved entirely by grace, and if Paul explicitly states that we… Continue reading The Use of the Law: On the Abiding Validity of God’s Law (WCF 19.5–19.7)
Category: Chapter 19: Of the Law of God
A Rule for Life: On the Law of God (WCF 19.1–19.4)
If we are justified entirely by God’s grace through faith in Christ, and if our good works cannot merit salvation, what do we do with the Old Testament Law? Are Christians completely free from the Ten Commandments? Should modern nations enforce the civil codes of ancient Israel? Do we still need to observe Jewish dietary… Continue reading A Rule for Life: On the Law of God (WCF 19.1–19.4)