So we can say, reverently, that God never gave us the Law…
“So we can say, reverently, that God never gave us the Law to keep: he gave us the Law to break! He well knew that we could not keep it.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
God gave us law to break, recognizing human imperfection.
In simple terms: Law is meant to be broken, not kept.
Accept human limits and seek grace.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- church teaching
- personal confession
- ethical debates
- counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect your moral choices?
- Can law be a guide despite its limits?
Interpretations may differ on law vs. grace.