“This is the covenant I will make with them after that time,” says the Lord. “I will put my laws in their hearts, and I will write them on their minds.” (Hebrews 10:16) What is this law that God writes on our hearts? “This is obviously a reference to the law of Moses,” says the law-preacher. “The Ten Commandments were written in stone, now they’re written in the hearts and minds of God’s people.” Not true. Here are seventeen reasons why God has not written the Ten Commandments on your heart: 1. The law inflames sin (Rom 5:20) and the strength of sin is the law (1 Cor 15:56). Why would God want to stir up sin in your life? 2. The law condemns (2 Cor 3:9), yet there is no condemnation to those in Christ. 3. The law ministers death (2 Cor 3:7), but God wants you to enjoy abundant life. 4. Law and grace don’t mix. You are under grace, not law (Rom 6:14). 5. Living by the law will alienate you from Christ (Gal 5:4). 6. Living by the law is cheating on Jesus (Rom 7). Why would God do anything to encourage spiritual adultery? 7. We’re … Continue reading The Law Written on our Hearts is NOT the Ten Commandments