Lecture Notes: Understanding the Law in Scripture

Introduction

• Welcome to the Fountain of Israel's Bible Studies program.
• Focus is on understanding the law in scriptures, particularly for those new to sharing biblical truths.
• Series title: Back to Basics.
• Today's lesson: Understanding "One Jot or One Tittle" and the ongoing relevance of the law.

Key Themes and Ideas

The Law and Its Misconceptions

• Common Misconception: Many believe the law is abolished because of Christ's sacrifice.
• Reality: Christ is the propitiation for our sins, but that doesn't eliminate accountability.
• Purpose of Lesson: To demonstrate that the law has not been done away with.

The Law as the Covenant

• The law is often misunderstood as abolished in Christendom.
• The Law's Composition:
  • Moral Law: Includes the Ten Commandments.
  • Dietary Law: Clean vs. unclean foods.
  • Ceremonial Laws: Relate to annual Sabbaths and holy days.
  • Sacrificial Laws: Included animal sacrifices for sin.
  • Judgmental Law: Penalties for breaking laws.
• Relevance: Some laws are context-specific (e.g., Levitical laws), but the law as a whole forms a covenant.

Scriptural Evidence of the Law's Continuity

Old Testament Evidence

• Exodus 20: Introduction of the Ten Commandments.
• Various Books (Leviticus, Deuteronomy, Psalms, etc.): Reinforcement of the law as part of the covenant.
• Jeremiah 31:31-34: Promise of a new covenant where God's law is internalized.

New Testament Evidence

• Hebrews 8: Reaffirmation of the new covenant based on better promises.
• Matthew 5:17-19: Jesus confirms the law's ongoing validity.
• Romans 7:1; 2:13: The law remains relevant for believers.
• 1 John 2:3-4; 5:2-3: Love for God is demonstrated by keeping His commandments.

The Role of Faith and Commandments

• Faith and Law: Both are essential; the commandments and belief in Christ together are crucial.
• Revelation 12:17; 14:12: Saints are characterized by keeping the commandments and faith in Jesus.

Conclusion

• Ecclesiastes 12:13: The essence of human duty is to fear God and keep His commandments.
• Final Thoughts: Despite modern interpretations, the scriptural mandate to maintain God's law is clear and consistent throughout the Bible.
• Encouragement to new learners to uphold these foundational truths and explore the scriptures further.