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Why is the law of God important for Christians?

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The law of God is crucial for Christians as it reveals God's holiness, helps us understand our sinfulness, and guides us post-conversion.

The law serves multiple purposes in the life of a Christian, as stated in the sermon. Firstly, it reveals God's perfect holiness and our inherent sinfulness, leading us to the need for Christ as our Savior. After coming to faith, the law remains a guide that helps believers understand how to live according to God's will. According to Jesus in Luke 16:17, the law cannot fail, demonstrating the enduring nature of God's moral standards. Proper use of the law brings conviction, guidance, and assurance to the believer, affirming its goodness as per 1 Timothy 1:8.
Scripture References: Luke 16:17, Romans 7:22, 1 Timothy 1:8, Psalm 1:2, Matthew 5:17, Romans 7:12, James 2:10-13, Romans 3:20, Galatians 3:24, Zechariah 5:5-11, Galatians 3:19, John 1:17, Romans 8:3, Romans 7:7, Isaiah 2:3, Psalm 119:11, Psalm 19:7-10, Romans 3:31, Psalm 119:77

Sermons (8)

098. Serving Two Masters, Luke 16:13-18
J. C. Ryle · Oct 19, 2018
Two Practical Subjects
David Pledger · Aug 7, 2022
The Woman in the Basket
Jim Byrd · Mar 5, 2023
The Restorer Of Life
Paul Pendleton · Oct 24, 2021
A contested delight in the the law of God
Rowland Wheatley · Jun 4, 2025
The Law of the Lamb in the Last Days
Clifford Parsons · Dec 27, 2020
Los cielos (1)
Joel Coyoc · Jan 14, 2026
Psalm 119:73-80
Todd Nibert · Apr 7, 2024

Articles (1)

Psalm 1
Henry Law · Jan 2, 2007
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