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What can the law do according to the Bible?

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The law can expose sin, condemn, and provide knowledge of wrongdoing but cannot justify or save.

The law has several functions as specified in Scriptures, including its role in condemning sin and providing knowledge of sin, as highlighted in Romans 3:20. It serves as a mirror reflecting our sinful state, showing us our need for a Savior. Though it cannot justify or sanctify, the law curses those who break it and holds them accountable before God. Its purpose is to lead us to recognize our need for grace, ultimately pointing us toward Christ. This aligns with Galatians 3:10-13, where Paul describes how the law serves to work wrath but cannot secure our salvation.
Scripture References: Romans 3:20, Galatians 3:10-13

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