Calvin’s third use of the law says that the law “excites us to good works.” No, it doesn’t. The law is didactic, but is only operational through the Spirit. That’s the point of the New Covenant. Jeremiah 31:31ff.
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you should!
Per your 2006 entry…
Calvin’s third use of the law is biblical: 2 Tim.3:16-17.
“Scripture” = OT = ‘the Law’ (NT shorthand) = “equips us for good works.” Paul is verbatim proving Calvin’s point. The law is didactic.
Maybe that’s the excuse you needed to blog again…
Calvin’s third use of the law says that the law “excites us to good works.” No, it doesn’t. The law is didactic, but is only operational through the Spirit. That’s the point of the New Covenant. Jeremiah 31:31ff.