Why does the law not offer mercy?

According to the sermon, the law does not provide mercy because it functions solely to reveal sin and its consequences. The law's demands are clear: perfect obedience leads to life, while any infraction, no matter how small, leads to death (Romans 6:23). When Judas sought mercy by returning the silver, he was met with the law's harsh reality—it did not care for his remorse or attempts at repentance. Instead, the law emphasizes guilt and condemnation. This underscores the need for a savior who fulfills the law's requirements on our behalf, offering mercy not found in legalistic attempts but through faith in Christ.