They would be harsh and stern serving no purpose other than to keep a law with the mentality of a slave. It would fulfill no intended purpose of the law. Though Jesus explained that man was not made for law but law was made for man, it would reverse that by indicating that man was made for law. Where law defines white and black, judgment comes easily. But when we seek to satisfy the principle of action, consideration must be made to determine the most merciful and loving course for all who are involved.
Maturity is demanded for such responsible decisions.
I m sorry you are eager to do that. Oh, I am not talking about myself. Those who are without principle do not let law stop them. I cannot speak for others, but I can speak from unpleasant experience. After most every effort of mine from the pulpit to lay rigid rules considered to be God s arbitrary law, some sincere person or persons would come or call in tears of deep concern because I had destroyed their confidence.