In this episode Carmen Imes helps us unravel many of the Christian caricatures of the law. Points of discussion include:

· The role and purpose of the law, and why starting with Paul can distort our understanding of the law.

· The importance of Israel’s mission/vocation to understanding the role of the law.

· How the law helps Israel fulfill their vocation.

· How the law was to bring Israel freedom, flourishing, and life.

· The essence of the law: protecting the vulnerable.

· Israel’s problem and how they followed the same pattern as Adam and Eve.

· The prophets as “covenant watchdogs.”

· Using the law as a “launching pad” to demonstrate what it looks like to be a follower of Jesus.

· The law written on our hearts and the new covenant.

· Paul’s understanding of the law.

· The universal relevance of the law for the Christian.

· Why some laws are not relevant today.

· The role and relevance of the law for preaching today.

· Helpful resources for understanding the law.

Preachit! S01E29

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