Should we follow the example of Jesus in keeping the law of Moses? This is a good question, and for many people the basic thinking behind this question is this:
First Premise: We are to follow the example of Jesus in all things.
Second Premise: Jesus kept the law of Moses.
Conclusion: Therefore, we too should keep the law, like Jesus did.
Is there a problem with such logic? It can be problematic if it fails to take into account truths revealed by God Himself. As a simple illustration, think about these forms of similar logic.
First Premise: We are to follow the example of Jesus in all things.
Second Premise: Jesus attended regular feasts in Jerusalem, as required by the law.
Conclusion: Therefore, we too must go regularly to Jerusalem, like Jesus did.
First Premise: We are to follow the example of Jesus in all things.
Second Premise: While on earth, Jesus remained unmarried.
Conclusion: Therefore, we too must remain unmarried, like Jesus did.
Most who know the Bible recognize the weakness of these conclusions. Yes, we must follow the example of Jesus. But we must do so in the way revealed by Jesus in the New Testament.