Today's Verse: Romans 10:4

Tuesday, October 4, 1960

Christ is the end of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes.
— Romans 10:4
Now you can listen to Today's Verse on iTunes, Spotify, Echo devices, and more!

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Christ is the fulfillment of the Law (the goal and destination of the Mosaical Law) and the end of law as the means by which we are declared righteous. We are no longer judged on the basis of our law-keeping. True, the standard used for us is the righteousness of God, but this is a standard that Jesus meets in us and for us by being the sin offering for us and sending the Spirit to empower us to be transformed. Jesus' saving work and our faith in him mean that God can declare us righteous while still transforming us as we strive to be more righteous in how we live. The Law's goal is fulfilled and finds its completion in Jesus as his saving work redeems us, and the Holy Spirit transforms us to be like our Lord (2 Corinthians 3:18).

Video Commentary...

We've included Phil's ToGather video from four years ago as an added blessing to our verse today:

ToGather Worship Guide | More ToGather Videos

My Prayer...

Dear Father, I do believe that Jesus is your dear Son, sent to be my Savior, crucified for my sins, and raised from the dead for my victory. I trust my salvation to him and thank you for your incredible gift of grace. In the name of Jesus Christ, my Lord. Amen.

Have thoughts on this devotional? Leave a comment

3 Related Resources by Heartlight

The End of the Law
Illustration of Romans 10:4
Inspirational illustration of Romans 10:4 -- Christ is the end of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes.
I Confess!
Devo: Praying with Paul
"Dear Father, Thank you that Christ is the end of the law to those who have faith. Thank you that I am justified by faith in him, not by some system....."
All Who Call on My Name
Devo: A Year with Jesus
"Dear Follower, Paul was My apostle with a special commission to the Gentiles, but he deeply loved and was deeply concerned about his fellow..."

Illustration

Illustration of Romans 10:4 — Christ is the end of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes.

Other Devotionals from Heartlight for Tuesday, October 4, 1960

Praying with Paul
Features the apostle Paul's writings turned into daily, powerful prayers.
'Staying Awake' (Ro. 13:11-14)
"Dear Father, victorious deliverer, May I be found in Christ, not trusting any righteousness of my own. Let me know him and the power of his..."
Morning & Evening
The classic twice-daily devotional from Charles H. Spurgeon.
Evening Thought: Micah 5:2
"The Lord Jesus had goings forth for his people as their representative before the throne, long before they appeared upon the stage of time. It was..."
Passion for Praise
A daily passage of Scripture emphasizing praise to our God.
'He Keeps our Feet from Stumbling' (Ps. 66:8-9)
"Let the whole world bless our God and loudly sing his praises. Our lives are in his hands, and he keeps our feet from stumbling."
Spiritual Warfare
A daily devotional about God's power for our battles.
'Remember: Prayer Is the Heart of the Battle'
"Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. And pray for me,..."

About This Devotional

Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.

More Today's Verse