Why Then The Law? (Part 1)

Rockport Baptist Church

Because the Law's role is limited and subordinate to the Promise, showing what sin is and why we need a Savior, we must not dismiss it as irrelevant, but must understand the role it plays as well as it's limit as a covenant that is no longer in force.-I. The Limited but Important Role the Law Played in the Purposes of God vv 19-20- -1- The Law was added to make sin's transgression obvious- v 19a- -2-The Law is temporary - given to Israel for a specific time within God's greater plan- v 19b- -3- The Law is subservient to the Promise, as seen in the way it was given vv 19c-20-II. The Law Does Not Contradict the Promises, It Complements Them v 21-III. Scripture Imprisons All of Us in Sin so that Freedom May Be Found in Christ- v 22