September 17

Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us—for it is written, “Cursed is everyone who is hanged on a tree” ~ Galatians 3:13

In response to those who wanted to make human performance a part of salvation, the apostle Paul declared to the Galatians the liberty found in the Gospel. In doing so, however, he did not neglect the vital role of God’s law. Ultimately, when we encounter salvation by grace through faith plus nothing, we discover our true identity as children of God. ~ Alistair Begg

Today’s Bible Reading

Isaiah 25:1-28:13
Galatians 3:10-22
Psalm 61:1-8
Proverbs 23:17-18

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New Testament: Galatians 3:10-22

Summary: The Righteous Shall Live by Faith, The Law and the Promise

Christ redeemed us from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for us—for it is written, “Cursed is everyone who is hanged on a tree”— so that in Christ Jesus the blessing of Abraham might come to the Gentiles, so that we might receive the promised Spirit through faith.
~ Galatians 3:13-14

There will be an explanation that we’ll read about. The Judaizers wanted the Galatians to go back to Moses, but that was not far enough. We must go back to Abraham where the promise started. You see, the Law did not annul the promise. The Law was given to reveal sin and prepare the way for Christ to come and fulfill the promise. The Law is a tutor, not a savior. A mirror, not a cleanser.

And there will be exhortation. Beware, a false gospel robs you of salvation and of membership in the family of God, where all believers are one in Christ. It robs you of your spiritual riches as an heir to the promise. Are you rejoicing in the freedom you have in Christ?