Redeemedbasic
In the biblical text of Deuteronomy 28, how are sickness and disease categorized within the covenant framework?
Answer
As curses resulting from disobedience to God's commandments
Explanation
The author reads Deuteronomy 28 as listing sicknesses and diseases among the consequences of disobedience, and therefore classifies sickness as part of the **curse of the law**. He contrasts this with health, which he calls a blessing. The other answers contradict the chapter’s stated interpretation.\n\n**Key takeaway:** In the author’s framework, sickness belongs to the curse from which Christ redeems believers.\n\n**Glossary:**\n- **Curse of the law**: In the text, consequences associated with failing to keep God’s commandments.
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