The Law and the Mishkan.

Why is the law important in evangelism? Well, let's take a look at the Mishkan. One of the objects in the courtyard was the bronze laver. Physically, it was made out of the Israelite women's metal from mirrors. Just as this bronze laver would reflect the dirt and blood from the sacrificial animal, in which the priest would realize his need for purification and sanctification, so does the law expose our "filth."

We can not enter into the Holy Place (God's presence) without being made righteous as God is righteous. How are we supposed to know that we are unrighteous in the eyes of God? It is the law that exposes it and brings an understanding of what sin actually is.

It is the law the shuts the mouth, SO THAT God's grace, mercy and love can be conveyed. If the mouth is still running and excuses for not repenting and trusting God continue to be made, the person will never hear the Good News.

So, this my friends, is why the law is still important. It is not by the law that we are saved. No, no, no. It is by grace through faith. How can grace ever be given, if it can't be heard? And remember, "faith comes by HEARING...and hearing by the Word of God."

It has nothing to do with self-righteousness and everything to do with about love and truth. And, honestly, after giving your life for another, the second best way to show love is to tell people the truth...

I wouldn't want someone to lie to me about the way my clothes, make-up, or hair looks...how much more would I NOT want someone to lie to me about my eternal life.