Matthew 5:17–20

17 “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 For truly I tell you, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until everything is accomplished. 19 Therefore anyone who sets aside one of the least of these commands and teaches others accordingly will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever practices and teaches these commands will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. 20 For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven.

 

One thought:

Jesus has ‘filled’ the requirements of the law as the perfect human

Three questions:

What was the purpose of the law?

 

Do you desire to follow Christ’s commands?

 

Memorise Matthew 22:38-39

Prayer:

Praise God that He gives us His good law to show us how to live as faithful humans. Give thanks that Christ has completely obeyed the law and fulfills its purpose on our behalf. Ask God to help you + someone else love Him and love people to His glory.

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