In verse 17 of Galatians 3, Paul is emphasizing the continuity and unchanging nature of God's covenant promises. He is pointing out that the law given to Moses at Mount Sinai, which included the Ten Commandments and other regulations, does not supersede or invalidate the covenant God made with Abraham hundreds of years earlier.
The promises that God made to Abraham, including the promise of blessing and redemption through his descendants, remain in effect and are ultimately fulfilled in Christ. This means that the law given to Moses was not meant to replace or nullify the covenant with Abraham, but rather to serve as a temporary guide and teacher until the coming of the Messiah.
Paul's message in Galatians 3 is that faith in Christ, not adherence to the law, is what ultimately brings fulfillment of God's promises. Believers are now justified by faith in Jesus Christ, who has become the ultimate fulfillment of the covenant promises made to Abraham. This highlights the continuity and unity of God's plan of salvation throughout history, ultimately culminating in the redemptive work of Christ.
Can you go a little bit more deep on this in verse 17 of Galatians 3:
Paul clarifies that the law given to Moses does not cancel out or nullify the covenant God made with Abraham years earlier. The promises made to Abraham remain valid and are fulfilled in Christ.
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