When Did the Law of Moses End? This is the 4th study on the law of Moses and Colossian 2:14, where we continue with the relationship of baptism, resurrection and the end of the Law. See the previous study on Colossians 2 where we discussed baptism and resurrection. The implications of that study have an important significance for the end of the Law of Moses. It is suggested by many, particularly in the church of Christ that the Moses' law ended when Jesus died on the cross. Often they cite Colossians 2:14 as an example of the law being nailed to the cross ...

In the last post, we discussed the inheritance for Israel, showing that because of immaturity, they were the same as bondslaves. Their immaturity was not based upon age, but upon their legal status under the Law. An heir cannot inherit until reaching legal age. This we covered in Galatians 4:1-2.  When and how did Israel's inheritance come? Legal Status as Children According to Paul, Israel's legal status was that of a child, a minor too young to receive their inheritance. Thus, they were under "stewards" until the time appointed of the Father. This is described as being under the "elements of the ...

An Everlasting Covenant? Is fleshly circumcision an everlasting covenant? Does God require circumcision today as he required Abraham’s descendants? Are children of God today bound under the terms of Genesis 17:13?  Did not God make it a part of the gospel promise made to Abraham? The problem is a misunderstanding of the word “everlasting” as used in certain passages. Note: We are not discussing the medical merits of circumcision. For such matters consult your physician or urologist. We are concerned only with the theological and religious import. How do we understand the word everlasting covenant from forever as olam is sometimes translated? See Strong’s ...