What’s The Purpose of the Law? | Galatians 3:19-20

Why then the law? It was added because of transgressions, until the offspring should come to whom the promise had been made, and it was put in place through angels by an intermediary. Now an intermediary implies more than one, but God is one. — Galatians 3:19-20

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Paul asks a rhetorical question here, "What is the purpose or function of the Law?" In context, the question would be, "If our works by obedience to the Law do not save, and faith in Jesus's works saves, then what is the function of the Law?" This is a great question. One he knew the believers in Galatia might have.

A growing believer needs to ask questions. It is right for you to ask them. Too many believers arrive at salvation by an emotional decision and then stop searching. While that moment is significant, it isn't the end—it's the beginning. Sanctification, spiritual growth, and the Holy Spirit await you. There is plenty of corruption in your mind, heart, and soul that God wants to deal with in your life. And these issues should generate lots of troubling questions.

In Galatians, Paul is dealing with the corrupt beliefs of works-based salvation—the wrong belief that salvation requires adherence to the Law. If the Galatians see this mistaken belief and turn to salvation by faith alone, it will increase their faith in God, who has planned their salvation from sin from the beginning of time.

If you are a believer listening, rejoice in your salvation today. But don't stall out and get stagnant. Ask a good question today, and you might find you get a good answer that only increases your faith in God's greatness.

The answer Paul gave the Galatians in our text today is razor-sharp. The Law was given to divide right from wrong, not to make you right or wrong. Faith alone saves you. The Law merely points out how bad you are and how badly you need God's salvation.

Do you see how asking a good question might challenge a flawed belief and increase your faith at the same time? Church, great questions lead to great answers and greater faith in a Great God.

God, give every believer listening a moment of reflection where they are faced with a good question about you. Provide them with a great answer that will drive away their disbelief. Increase the joy of their salvation. Amen.

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ASK THIS:

How can we ensure that our understanding of salvation remains rooted in faith rather than works, especially when faced with societal pressures or personal doubts?
Reflecting on Paul's message to the Galatians, how can we actively engage in spiritual growth and deepen our relationship with God, moving beyond mere adherence to religious practices?
DO THIS: Ask a good question today.

PRAY THIS: Lord, help me to continually seek understanding and growth in my faith, relying solely on Your grace for salvation and guidance in my journey. May my questions lead me closer to You, strengthening my trust in Your plan and deepening my relationship with You each day. Amen.

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