As we grappled with The Ten Commandments in confirmation I could not help to think how amazing God's grace is. God knew we needed Jesus, because we would always (and continue) to always fall short of perfection.
Luther spent quite a bit of time talking about the uses of The Law (The Ten Commandments are arguably the most famous Biblical laws in scripture) : two uses Luther highlights are first: The Law reminds us of our need for Jesus. The law convicts us and reminds us we need a savior, because without Jesus and forgiveness we would be in big trouble. Second, the law gives us an example (the best example) oh how to live a full, healthy, and faithful life. It provides guidelines for us Christians to live by-it teaches us how to "Love God and Love others".
Look at the Ten Commandments with your family. Talk through them-how are we living them out in our lives and families? Which are hardest? How are you experiencing God's grace and forgiveness?
