Galatians 3:10-14 – Our works could not save us; in fact, they only condemned us. Through the sacrifice of Jesus, we obtain the faithful redemption that we require under sin’s curse.
Self-Righteousness (3:10; cf. Deut. 27:26)
- God’s law is such a good standard that even good people can’t keep it perfectly.
- If you cannot obey everything in Scripture, you have no chance of meeting God’s requirements.
- If your life were a test, what grade would God give you?
Christ’s Righteousness (3:11-12; cf. Hab. 2:4; Lev. 18:5)
- The world teaches you to have faith in yourself (what you can do); the gospel offers you to have faith in Jesus (what He has done).
- The law is the best standard but an insufficient savior.
- How good are your chances of proving to all-knowing God that you are a superb person?
Your Righteousness (3:13-14; cf. Deut. 21:23)
- The only way to avoid punishment is if Christ stood in our place.
- Our guilt sent Jesus to the cross, but His guiltlessness freed Him from the tomb.
- Do you have enough faith that Jesus can redeem the likes of you?
Travis Agnew serves as the Lead Pastor of Rocky Creek Church in Greenville, SC. His most recent book is Just (About) Married.
