Light + Truth

What God’s Law Does

Sep 4, 2025
Discover how God's law shines a light on the hidden pride within us, revealing our sinful nature. The discussion dives into the struggle with remaining corruption, urging listeners to embrace grace over self-reliance. It emphasizes the importance of trusting in Christ's righteousness for true sanctification and the joy that comes from following Him. Prepare for transformative insights on overcoming inner rebellion and deepening your faith journey!
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INSIGHT

Law Exposes Sin, Not Causes It

  • The law is not sin; it exposes sin as sin by defining it.
  • Paul says law reveals what our desires truly are and brings them into moral light.
ANECDOTE

Confronting Sin Often Provokes Backlash

  • Piper recounts confronting someone with sin and seeing the same sin flare up in the confronter.
  • He notes people often blame the confronter, not the law that exposed the sin.
ADVICE

Let The Law Diagnose Your Heart

  • Welcome the law's work because it helps you know and fight your remaining corruption.
  • Use its exposure to improve marriage, parenting, and church life through honest self-knowledge.
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