Rom 10:4 | TNotes | STEP | 10:4 The function of the law was to point forward and prepare the way for the Messiah; Jesus’ coming does not destroy the law but fulfills all of its requirements, so that the primary requirement for God’s people is to believe in him (see 3:31 ; Matt 5:17-18 ).

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‏ Romans 10:4

10:4 ^a The function of the law was to point forward and prepare the way for the Messiah; Jesus’ coming does not destroy the law but fulfills all of its requirements, so that the primary requirement for God’s people is to believe in him (see 3:31 ^b; Matt 5:17-18 ^c).