What does the Bible say about the purpose of the law?
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The Bible states that the law is good when used lawfully, specifically for the lawless and disobedient, revealing sin and our need for Christ.
According to 1 Timothy 1:8-11, the law is good if used correctly. It is not intended for the righteous, but rather for the lawless and disobedient who need to be shown their sin and need for a Savior. The law serves as a schoolmaster, directing us towards Christ by revealing our inability to attain righteousness on our own. This function of the law emphasizes our need for grace and faith in Jesus Christ, who fulfills the law's requirement for righteousness without the law.
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