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Law

Is the whole Bible about Jesus?

Is the Whole Bible About Jesus?

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Is the whole Bible about Jesus? By and large, yes. Jesus is the fulfillment of the Law and Prophets. They all point to him.

The purpose of the law

The Purpose of the Law – Mark 2:27

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What is the purpose of the Old Testament Law? It pointed out our need for a savior. But it also served as a guide to a healthy life.

Sin and the Law

Sin and the Law – Romans 7:8-9

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Without the law, sin does not have an opportunity to express itself. But when a commandment is given, the ugliness within us is exposed.

Fulfilling the Law and the Prophets

Fulfilling the Law and the Prophets – Luke 24:44

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Throughout its pages, the Bible tells a consistent story. The Old Testament looks forward to the work of Jesus fulfilled in the New Testament.

Understanding the law

Sermon on the Mount: Understanding the Law – Matt. 5:17-20

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Before Jesus expounds on some teachings of the Law, he first helps his hearers to understand his relationship to the Law.

Jesus is the fulfillment of the law and the prophets

Jesus As the Fulfillment of the Law and Prophets

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Jesus claimed to be the fulfillment of the Law and Prophets. But what did he mean? That he fulfilled some prophecy? Or something much more?

serve one another

Serve One Another in Love – Galatians 5:13-14

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We have been set free from the law. But not to do whatever we want. Instead, we have been set free so that we can humbly serve one another in love.

Grace and Mercy

The Law vs. Grace and Mercy – John 8:2-11

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As one who has experienced God's grace, I should extend grace and mercy to others rather than hold them to a legalistic standard of law.

Faith expressing itself through love

Faith Expressing Itself Through Love – Galatians 5:6

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We are not saved by anything we could possibly do, it is a work of God received by faith. A faith that expresses itself through love.

avoiding a beating

Avoiding a Beating – Acts 22:25

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As believers in Jesus we should expect to suffer. But if we can avoid a beating, while remaining faithful to Christ, then do so.

The Ten Commandments

The Ten Commandments & Christianity

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As a Christian, what role do the Ten Commandments have? While they may guide you. We are no longer under the law and its requirements.