Since the Old Testament Law is still God's word for us (even though it's not God's covenant with us), how can we read it profitably? What was its original purpose? Of what benefit is it for us today?
Exodus 19:4-6 comes right between the Exodus (redemption) and the giving of the covenant and the Law. It states the purpose of the the nation of Israel - and thus the Law for Israel - like this:
4 ‘You yourselves have seen what I did to Egypt, and how I carried you on eagles’ wings and brought you to myself. 5 Now if you obey me fully and keep my covenant, then out of all nations you will be my treasured possession.Although the whole earth is mine, 6 you will be for me a kingdom of priests and a holy nation.’
The apostle applies these words to Christians in 1 Peter 2:9-10 ... so our purpose is the same, and the Law can help us live that purpose out more fully.
Tune in to this episode to hear these ideas fleshed out more fully.
Want to get more out of your Bible reading? Free Resource: 7 Ways to Immediately Get More Out of the Bible
https://www.johnwhittaker.net/seven-ways
Support this ministry:
Set up a one-time or monthly donation at the link below.
http://worldfamilymissions.org/john-whittaker/
The Listener’s Commentary - In-depth teaching through books of the Bible to help you learn the Bible for yourself:
https://www.listenerscommentary.com
Connect with me:
Social Media- connect on facebook and instagram
Email - john@johnwhittaker.net
If you've been helped by this teaching leave a review and share freely - on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, via email.
Holy Sex! - 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5 | Re-socializing pt. 5
Learning To Tell Time | Re-socializing pt. 4
Replacing Anger with Peace and Patience | Re-socializing, pt. 3
New Kingdom and New Culture | Re-socializing, pt. 2
New Testament Letters - Reading Somebody Else's Mail | Re-socializing pt. 1
How To Do Discipleship
Discipleship Question and Answer
Discipleship - People Need Your Concrete Example
You Can’t Be a Disciple Without This!
The First Requirement of Being a Disciple | Luke 9:57-62
What is the Goal of Discipleship?
The #1 thing we’re supposed to be and do | Matthew 28:19-20
Watch Out For False Gospels! | Galatians 1:1-10
The Old Testament Law and the Big Story of the Bible | pt 2 with Special Guest Brad Gray | 0097
The Power of the Original Context | with Special Guest Brad Gray | 0096
Leviticus - Why All the Odd Laws? | 0095
How can God say love your enemies and also say wipe out all the Canaanites?
Why is the Bible so strange sometimes? | 0093
Lead Us Not Into Temptation | Life of Prayer | 0092
Forgive Us Our Debts - The Prayer that Changes Your Life | Life of Prayer | 0091
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
Life After Ministry
Cast The Word
Let Me Be Frank | Bishop Frank Caggiano’s Podcast | Diocese of Bridgeport, CT
The Bible Recap
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)