On Mon, 18 Apr 2005 11:11:39 EDT [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
In Galatians 3:24-27 we have a statement from Paul that must not be ignored -- that is if someone is concerned for his or her spiritual growth. Paul tells us that the Law was our tutor, it's purpose (for existence) found in its preparatory administration toward the Incarnation of Christ (v. 24). In fulfilling the Law, Christ ended its authoritative rule and - in Him - shared that deliverance with His elect (v.25). He is the law within (Jere 31:31-34) and, as such, has removed the very need for law (of any kind) But, this is only a statement of fact and has no effect on us, personally ---- except for one thing: Paul did not stop writing with verse 25. the practical application is found in vv 26 - 27 (at least).So the law is gone JD? Finished! No further need for it since the "incarnation of Christ?" No need for any law?Someone should tell God because the curses are still hanging on. Back in 1451BC God said obedience would be blessed and disobedience cursed with sickness, disease, and plagues (Deut 28) and in Vs.46 He says of these curses "They shall be upon thee for a sign and for a wonder, and upon thy seed forever because you didn't serve the Lord thy God with joyfulness and gladness of heart for the abundance of all things, therefore shall you serve your enemies.And why following the Christ event is there so much talkin the NT about something with no authority ie:"It is easier for heaven and earth to pass, than one tittle of the law to fail" (Luke 16:17)"And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you; depart from me, ye that work iniquity" (Matt 7:23)"Without the law sin was/is dead" (Romans 7:8)"By the law is the knowledge of sin" (Romans 3:20)"Doers of the law shall be justified" (Romans 2:13)Why put wicked persons who call themselves brothers away from ourselves if there is no law? (1 Cor 5:11)"If ye have respect to persons ye commit sin and are convinced of the law as transgressors? (James 2:9)"He that speaks evil of his brother and judges his brother speaks evil of the law" (James 4:11)"Sin is the transgression of the law" (1 John 3:4)So JD how does one transgress something that is no longer valid; something that has no authority and is nulland void? Apparently God was not aware of "immersion" when He inspired the New Testament.I await some answers..... jt
