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What does 'it is finished' mean for a believer's relationship with the law?

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'It is finished' means that believers are no longer under the law but under grace, freed from its condemnation.

When Christ declared 'it is finished,' He signified the end of the law as a means of achieving righteousness for believers. Romans 10:4 tells us that Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes. This means that the ceremonial and civil aspects of the law no longer bind us; instead, we live under grace. The law's demands and penalties were perfectly met by Christ's fulfillment, so believers are invited to rest in His accomplished work rather than seek to earn acceptance through legalistic means. As a result, our lives are motivated by love and gratitude, not by the fear of law’s penalties.
Scripture References: Romans 10:4, Galatians 5:1, Romans 6:14

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It is Finished
Don Fortner · Jul 30, 2015
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