Acts 13:39
And by him all that believe are justified from all things, from which ye could not be justified by the law of Moses.
Acts 13:39
This verse links forgiveness of sins through Jesus with justification from all things that could not be justified by the Law of Moses. It presents justification as a gift accessed through faith in Christ, not through legalistic adherence to the Mosaic code. It emphasizes that the gospel both forgives and declares righteous in God’s courtroom.
Theologically, this distinguishes the gospel from law-based righteousness. It underscores the sufficiency of Christ’s atoning work to declare sinners righteous before God. It also affirms the shifting paradigm from obedience to law toward faith in the Messiah’s finished work.
For us, this means acceptance before God through faith, not perfection in keeping rules. Practical steps: examine areas where you rely on law-keeping for acceptance, lay them down, and trust Jesus’ completed work. Seek to live out righteous life in gratitude, not fear of failure.
Cross-References: Galatians 2:16; Romans 3:21-28; Galatians 3:11-14; Romans 8:1; Romans 5:1