How does the cross interpret our understanding of the law?
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The cross illustrates that the law condemns sin, which is ultimately dealt with through Christ's sacrificial death.
The law's true function is to reveal sin, as emphasized in Romans 3:20: 'For by the law is the knowledge of sin.' The cross reveals the full extent of the law's condemnation, showing that all mankind is guilty before God. When Christ hung on the cross, He bore the curse of the law (Galatians 3:13), fulfilling its requirements by taking upon Himself the punishment due for our transgressions. This understanding allows believers to grasp the gravity of their sin and the depth of God's mercy, wherein the law leads them to the Savior. In this light, the cross is essential for understanding both the severity of the law and the grace that redeems from it.
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