Q41. Where is the moral law summed up?
The moral law is summed up in the Ten Commandments.
Scripture Proofs — King James Version
Deuteronomy 10:4
“And he wrote on the tables, according to the first writing, the ten commandments, which the LORD spake unto you in the mount out of the midst of the fire in the day of the assembly: and the LORD gave them unto me.”
Matthew 19:17–19
“And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments. He saith unto him, Which? Jesus said, Thou shalt do no murder, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Honour thy father and thy mother: and, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.”
Parent Guide
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Discussion Questions
- 1
Where is the moral law summed up?
- 2
Why do you think God gave the law in ten short commandments instead of a long book of rules?
- 3
Can you name any of the Ten Commandments from memory?
Illustration
At school, the teacher might post five classroom rules on the wall so everyone can see them at a glance. God summed up his whole moral law in ten commandments so his people could learn them, remember them, and know exactly what he requires.
Application
Because God wants you to know his law, try to memorize one of the Ten Commandments this week. Ask a parent to help you, and ask God to write his law on your heart.