1 Timothy 1:8
But we know that the law is good, if a man use it lawfully;
Cross-references
In Nehemiah 9:13, the law is called 'good statutes' — confirming Paul's statement that the law is good when used lawfully.
In Psalm 19:7-10, the law is described as perfect, sure, right, and pure — reinforcing its goodness and proper use.
In Psalm 119:96-105, the psalmist extols the law as wise, sweet, and a lamp — showing the law's goodness and value.
In Psalm 119:127, the psalmist loves God's commandments above gold — illustrating the law's supreme goodness.
In Psalm 119:128, the psalmist considers all precepts right — affirming the law's goodness and uprightness.
In Romans 7:12, Paul calls the law holy, righteous, and good — directly echoing the same affirmation of the law's goodness.
In Romans 7:13, Paul explains that the law, though good, is not the cause of death — sin uses it, supporting the law's proper purpose.
In Romans 7:16, Paul agrees that the law is good — reaffirming the law's goodness despite his struggle with sin.
In Romans 7:18, Paul contrasts the good law with his own sinful flesh — highlighting the law's goodness against human weakness.
In Romans 7:18, Paul contrasts the good law with his sinful flesh — emphasizing the law's goodness despite human inability.
In Galatians 3:21, Paul affirms the law is not against God's promises — reinforcing that the law is good when properly understood.
Deuteronomy 4:8 praises the law's righteousness — supporting Paul's point that the law is good when used properly.
Galatians 3:19 explains the law was added because of transgressions — complementing the idea that the law is good when used lawfully.