The Bible teaches that Christians today are not under the Mosaic Law but are governed by the Law of Christ (Gal 6:2). The apostle Paul states, “you are not under law but under grace” (Rom 6:14), and again, “Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes” (Rom 10:4). The Mosaic Law was given exclusively to the nation Israel as part of a covenant made at Sinai (Ex 19:5-6; Deut 5:1-3). Moses wrote, “These are the statutes and ordinances and laws which the Lord established between Himself and the sons of Israel through Moses at Mount Sinai” (Lev 26:46). The Mosaic Law was never intended as a universal code for all people or for all time. With the death of Christ, that covenant—and the law that sustained it—was rendered inoperative (Eph 2:15; Heb 8:13). Though the Law remains part of inspired Scripture and is valuable for teaching (2 Tim 3:16), it no longer functions as the rule of life for those who are in Christ.
Tag: Doing God's will
The Apostle Paul: A NT Example of Submission to God
The Apostle Paul exemplifies submission to God's will. His transformative journey from persecutor to devoted apostle showcases this. Despite hardships, he spread the gospel of grace and established churches. Paul admitted his weaknesses and the inner struggle between good and his sinful nature, emphasizing reliance on God's grace. His life is a testament to transformation through submission to God.
Jesus, the Perfect Example of Submission to God
Jesus Christ provides the perfect example of submission to God. He’s the perfect example because He is perfect and never disobeyed the Lord. Jesus said, “I do not seek My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me” (John 5:30), and “I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me” (John 6:38).
Trust in the Lord – Proverbs 3:5-6
Proverbs 3:5-6 is perhaps one of the best-known passages in all of Scripture. These words written by Solomon are found on many plaques, posters, and paintings that hang on home and office walls. Like any proverb, it encapsulates a big truth in a small phrase. The words are an exhortation to trust in God in everything we do (Prov 3:5-6a), with a promise that He will make our paths straight if we comply (Prov 3:6b). As believers who are called to “walk by faith” (2 Cor 5:7), we are to know God’s Word and rely on it more than our own inadequate understanding. As believers, our walk of faith requires a discipline of mind and will, for fear and pride—our perennial enemies of the heart—can derail our walk if we let them.
Knowing and Doing the Will of God
The Bible reveals various categories of God's will, such as His sovereign will, directive will, permissive will, overruling will, and providential will. There are some aspects of God's will that are secret, but what He has revealed in Scripture is sufficient to answer life's biggest questions and to provide the Christian with the necessary knowledge to live a life pleasing to the Lord.