The Laws
Jan 26, 2025 • Eric Eidson
Reading Matthew 5-7 in sections often leads to thinking of the various PARTS of the sermon as sound bites rather than seeing it within the context of the WHOLE. Jesus used language and rhetoric in a masterful way to lead his listeners into a fresh revelation of the nature and character of God the Father. The reality is, the Sermon on the Mount is less about how we are supposed to behave as Christians and FAR MORE about who God is!
What is the difference between "abolish" and "fulfill"?
When is the law "accomplished"?
How can our righteousness surpass that of the pharisees?
What rhetorical or linguistic tools is Jesus using to make his point?
How have we traditionally used this teaching about the law as a guide for Christian living?