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What does the Bible say about the law and Jesus?

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The Bible teaches that Jesus fulfilled the law perfectly as our Substitute, satisfying God's justice for our salvation.

According to Scripture, Jesus came into the world to save His people from their sins by fully embracing the law of God. His entire life on earth, including His circumcision, was in accordance with the law. In Luke 2:21-24, we see Jesus being circumcised when He was just eight days old, signifying His role as our Surety and making Himself a debtor to fulfill the whole law for us (Galatians 5:3). This act was essential as it established His identification with Abraham's seed and foreshadowed the ultimate sacrifice He would make for humanity. By fulfilling the law perfectly, Jesus maintained righteousness, allowing us to receive grace and mercy from God.
Scripture References: Luke 2:21-24, Galatians 5:3, Matthew 1:21

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