…And so he condemned sin in sinful man, in order that the righteous requirements of the law might be fully met in us, who do not live according to the sinful nature but according to the Spirit (Romans 8:3-4 NIV).
Moses had a revelation of God’s righteousness through the Law. His perspective as expressed in some portions of the book of Deuteronomy is profound.
No wonder he marvelled at how extraordinary and unique the law was, declaring it unparalleled among the nations: “And what nation is there so great, that hath statutes and judgments so righteous as all this law, which I set before you this day?” (Deuteronomy 4:8). In Deuteronomy 6:25, Moses’ heart was moved by the beauty of the Law. He did not see it as a burden of rules to obey but as a reflection of God’s wonderful righteousness. He told the people that observing the commandments would be their righteousness: “And it shall be our righteousness, if we observe to do all these commandments before the LORD our God, as he hath commanded us.”
Later, in Deuteronomy 32:46-47, Moses further emphasized this truth: “…Set your hearts unto all the words which I testify among you this day, which ye shall command your children to observe to do, all the words of this law. For it is not a vain thing for you; because it is your life: and through this thing ye shall prolong your days in the land, whither ye go over Jordan to possess it.” He treasured the law as life itself and urged the people to act accordingly.
The New Testament reveals a similar perspective. In Romans 8:3-4, we see the fulfilment of this righteousness through Christ. The righteousness of the Law, which Moses regarded as glorious and beautiful, has now been fulfilled in us who walk after the Spirit. God’s righteousness is expressed through us. As ambassadors of the Kingdom, we extend His righteousness, peace, and joy to the nations. Wherever you go, when you arrive, righteousness arrives. When you step into a place, peace comes with you. When you are present, joy is made manifest. This should shape your daily consciousness; you are an extension of the Kingdom of God to your world. Hallelujah!
Prayer / Confession
Dear Father, thank you for revealing your righteousness through your Word, and fulfilling it in us through Christ. I walk after the Spirit, manifesting the life and glory of your Word to my world. Your Word is my life, and I treasure it above all. Thank you for making me a living expression of your righteousness, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Further study
2 Corinthians 3:7-10; Galatians 3:24-25; 2 Corinthians 5:21
1-year bible reading plan
Luke 5:17-39; Deuteronomy 28
2-year bible reading plan
Matthew 25:14-30; Exodus 33gh
