The Danger of Ignoring God's Law

In this powerful sermon from Apologia Church, the pastor delivers a sobering message on the consequences of rejecting God's law, centered on Proverbs 28:9: 'If one turns away his ear from hearing the law, even his prayer is an abomination.' The sermon challenges modern evangelicalism's widespread rejection of the Old Testament law, particularly the Ten Commandments, citing prominent figures like Andy Stanley and New Covenant theologians who claim the law is obsolete. The pastor argues that such teaching contradicts Scripture, especially Jesus' own words in Matthew 5:17–19, where He declares He came not to abolish the law but to fulfill it. He further supports this with Paul’s affirmation in Romans 3:31 that faith does not overthrow the law but upholds it. The sermon emphasizes that God’s law is not a burden but a gift—essential for understanding sin, justice, and the true meaning of the cross. The pastor warns that when believers turn away from God’s law, even their prayers become detestable to God, and he calls the church to humility, repentance, and a renewed commitment to hearing and obeying God’s Word in all relationships—marital, familial, and ecclesial. The message concludes with a call to love God’s law as a lifelong meditation, echoing Psalm 119:97.