Commentary on the Dispensation of Law, extending from the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ (Exodus 19:1 through the Gospels). Topics include the Mosaic Covenant, the Tabernacle, the Levitical priesthood, and the history of Israel under the Law.
The Apostle Paul, in his letter to the Galatians, emphasizes that the gospel of grace cannot be earned, and any attempt to combine grace with works nullifies the power of Christ’s sacrifice. Salvation, according to Paul, is solely a work of God’s grace, received through faith in Christ’s finished work on the cross.
Moses stood between God and Israel, receiving living words and shepherding a rescued nation at Sinai. His ministry shows the goodness of the law, our deeper need, and the glory of the One to whom Moses pointed.
Aaron’s story blends privilege, failure, and mercy. As Israel’s first high priest he served a holy God, and his office prepared the way for Christ’s perfect priesthood.
The bronze snake in Numbers 21 ended up representing Christ on the cross as told by Christ to Nicodemus in John 3.
God’s law is perfect and failure to keep it will result in death. Christ fulfilled the law and offers life.