Loving the Law: The Law of God in the Life of the Believer

by Stephen Spinnenweber

Loving the The Law of God in the Life of the Believer by Stephen Spinnenweber offers a fresh, engaging exploration of the Ten Commandments and their enduring relevance for Christians today. In an era where many view God’s law as outdated or oppressive, Spinnenweber presents a compelling case for embracing the Moral Law as a gift of divine love and wisdom.

This accessible yet profound book unpacks the purpose and beauty of God’s law across six insightful

What Is the Law? – Clarifies the distinctions between Moral, Ceremonial, and Civil laws in Scripture.The Ten Commandments – The Moral law is clarified.The Law as Mirror – How the law reveals our sin and need for Christ.The Law as Muzzle – The law’s role in restraining evil in society.The Law as Map – How the law guides believers in sanctification and pleasing God.Spinnenweber skillfully addresses common misconceptions about the law’s place in the Christian life. He demonstrates how a proper understanding of God’s law enhances our appreciation of the gospel, rather than diminishing it. Readers will discover how the law and grace work in beautiful harmony to shape believers into the image of Christ.

Genres: Theology, Christianity

144 pages, Paperback

Published May 13, 2025

Reviews

[Brett Rudder · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful little primer on the Law of God and the Christian life. Helpful summaries, clear illustrations, and a motivation to follow Christ. Would recommend for anyone.

[Brendon Johns · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was honestly kinda perfect if you want a short, to the point, confessionally reformed statement on the 3 uses of the law and understanding them from a gospel focused perspective. I’m already in an amazing church in my city (where this dude is also a pastor). But if I wasn’t, I would for sure be paying that church a visit.

[Tom · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent introduction to the Reformed view of the law. The analogies and metaphors used serve well to understand the three-fold use of the Law. He does seem to cherry-pick sources on the degree to which the case-laws have any validity. There was much more diverse thought on this matter than is represented by the obscure source he uses.

[Kevin Brown · Rating 4 out of 5]

A brief and helpful introduction to a Reformed view of the Law of God. He elucidates some of the tricky questions on the topic in a way that is easy to understand. I also appreciated the many quotations of catechisms, confessions, and writers of an earlier age.

[Daniel · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good overview of the reformed view of the law. Many quotes from Calvin and the puritans peppered throughout. Definitely recommend this brief work to the new believer or someone new to reformed theology