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God has given the Church his law as “the way of life and truth.” We, therefore, have the right to be taught and guided while maintaining a spirit of docility in love. In this, Fr. Mike reminds us that the Church is our caring mother. Her care extends into the five precepts of the Church, those laws establishing the very minimum needed to remain an active member of the Body of Christ. These have to do with attending Mass, receiving the sacraments, fasting, and providing for the needs of the Church. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 2037-2043. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Matthew 5:17-20 helps us begin to understand the relationship between Jesus and the Law. The greater righteousness needed to enter the kingdom of heaven can only be found in the one who fulfilled the Law--Jesus!
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Reach out and connect to my ministry and help me to continue to make and share great FREE Biblical content everyday by supporting my ministry at | PatreonWelcome to the Latest Episode - Living by a Higher Standard"In this episode, we continue our journey through the book of Leviticus, uncovering the timeless principles it holds. As we look into Chapter 21, we encounter a specific focus on the priests, their consecration, and the higher standard they were held to within the community of Israel.Episode Notes:Living by a Higher Standard: Lessons from Leviticus 21In Leviticus 21, the fundamental principle of living in a way that sets the people of Israel apart for the Lord is emphasized. The chapter outlines specific requirements for the priests, highlighting the sanctity of their role. These principles have implications for modern-day Christians and leaders in the church.The Priestly Standards: A Reflection of HolinessSeparation and Holiness: The priests were called to live in a way that set them apart for the Lord, reflecting a higher standard compared to the surrounding nations. Believers, too, are called to a life of holiness and separation (1 Peter 1:15-16).Elevated Standards for Leaders: The regulations for priests highlight the concept of higher standards for spiritual leaders. In the New Testament, elders and church leaders are held to high moral and spiritual standards (1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9).Physical Completeness and Spiritual WholenessSymbolism of the High Priest: The high priest symbolizes Jesus Christ in the New Testament, who is our perfect High Priest, offering Himself as a spotless sacrifice for our sins (Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 7:26-27).Christ as the Fulfillment of the Law: Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament Law, ushering in a new covenant. Believers are now under grace rather than the strict regulations of the Old Testament Law (Matthew 5:17, Romans 10:4).Application of Principles: The underlying principles of Leviticus 21 can be applied in the Christian life. Believers are called to a life of consecration, holiness, and service to God, understanding the sacrifice and grace offered through Jesus Christ (Romans 12:1-2).In conclusion, living by a higher standard is an enduring message found in Leviticus 21. While the regulations were specific to the Old Testament priesthood, the principles they convey have relevance for all believers. As you listen to this episode, consider how you can apply these principles in your own life and service to OLTVOrientale Lumen TeleVision provides adult enrichment programs of eastern theology as...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFurther Discipleship Training Courses Free at;linkedin.com/in/jeremy-mccandless-68353b16Podcast Archive also athttps://www.youtube.com/c/JeremyRMcCandlessThe LIFE Podcast - The Bible Project | FacebookMy Amazon Author Pageamazon.com/author/jeremymccandlessJeremy McCandless is creating podcasts and devotional resources | PatreonHelp us continue making great content for listeners everywhere.https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com
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Senior Pastor Christopher Chia preaches from Deuteronomy 5.
Pastor Matt Surber, of Mission City Church in San Antonio, TX, continues the study through the book of Galatians. Missioncity.church________________________________Sermon Notes are available at missioncity.church/resources/
This week we read about the baptism of Jesus Christ and the Godhead! We also learn about Simon’s Mother-in-law, and other healings that took place that very beginning of Jesus’ ministry. Jesus Is Baptized The Godhead – Three Distinct Beings What Shall I Do? Casting Out Spirits Simon's Mother-in-law Healings Leper No Longer
Many of us could remember (or guess) at least a few of the 10 Commandments. And many of us are often surprised by some of the other laws that God gave to Israel when we read the Old Testament. But as followers of Christ, how many of these laws apply to us? And why do we follow some and not others? This week, we study the reasons God gave the law to Israel, how they find their fulfillment in Christ, and what they mean for our lives today.
John 15:25 “But they have done this to fulfill the word that is written in their Law, 'They hated Me without a cause.'” I'm not sure where in the Law Jesus was referring, but in Psalms 69:4 we find these words. “Those who hate me without a cause are more than the hairs of my head; those who would destroy me are powerful, being wrongfully my enemies.” To say that they “hated without a cause” is to say that the hatred was within them. There wasn't something that Jesus did that caused them to hate Him. He healed people, which they could't do, and they hated Him. He spoke with God's authority. It brought out hatred in them. He spoke the truth, but they hated the truth and therefore hated Him. God doesn't cause people to hate Him. They hate Him because they have sin within them. Hatred for God is the fruit of sin whereas in contrast, love for God is the fruit of righteousness. That's why living to love with Jesus gives us confidence in the judgment as John wrote in 1 John 4:17. We know love for God and others isn't natural. Rather it's a supernatural work of grace in the heart of a person, which shows that God has loved them with an everlasting, redemptive love. It reveals that the righteousness of God has been given to them and His righteousness flows through the vine into the branches and bears much fruit—the fruit of God's love. Hatred for God has been replaced with hatred for sin and love for God. If this describes you, then rejoice in the Lord! Give Him praise and thanksgiving for the privilege of living to love with Him. Acknowledgment: Music from “Carried by the Father” by Eric Terlizzi. www.ericterlizzi.com
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Truth Barista Jay and Amazing Larry plow through the error that “Jesus came to start another religion.” Christianity's origin came from a completely Jewish source. Over the course of a couple of centuries, as Jesus' messianic stream of Judaism received more Gentile followers, the Jewishness of the Early Church was sidelined. One of those casualties was God's Torah (Law).Visit High Beam Ministry, The Truth BaristaCheck out the Frothy Thoughts Blog!Check out The Truth Barista Books!
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Jesus came to do for us what we could never do on our own. He came and fulfilled the perfect standards of the law. He did this to satisfy the requirements of the law so that He could bring in the New Covenant (see Romans 8:3–4). Galatians 4:4–5 tells us, “When the set time had fully come, God sent His Son, born of a woman, born under law, to redeem those under law, that we might receive the full rights of sons” (NIV ). Jesus was born under the law to fulfill it for us.
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By God’s Law Exodus 12:14, 17—God gave His Law to His people and commanded that they observe and obey it. Christ kept the Law Jesus never sinned. Peter—1 Peter 2:22 John—1 John 3:5 Paul—2 Corinthians 5:21 Paul kept the Law Acts 21:23; 25:8; 28:17 Christians must keep the Law Matt 5:17-18—Christ said that not the smallest letter or stroke will Continue Reading
The Missing Ingredient by Pastor Josh Kelly Matthew 22:36-40 (NIV) “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’[a] 38 This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love […] The post The Missing Ingredient appeared first on Wave Church.
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Won’t You Love Your Neighbor?2020 | Week 3January 19, 2020 | Adam Barnett--Matthew 22:36-40 NIV“Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”Love God holisticallyLove YourselfLove your NeighborFour Basic Features of Evangelism:Embodied communication (in word, deed and life).Addressing the non-Christian world (to whom we proclaim).The Good News of the kingdom and Jesus Christ (what we proclaim).An approach that is consistent with the nature of the gospel (how we proclaim it).Within the walls of the church (where we proclaim it).John 4:7-9 NIVWhen a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, “Will you give me a drink?" (His disciples had gone into the town to buy food.) The Samaritan woman said to him, “You are a Jew and I am a Samaritan woman. How can you ask me for a drink?” (For Jews do not associate with Samaritans.)John 4:10-26 NIVJesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him and he would have given you living water.” “Sir,” the woman said, “you have nothing to draw with and the well is deep. Where can you get this living water? Are you greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well and drank from it himself, as did also his sons and his livestock?” Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” The woman said to him, “Sir, give me this water so that I won’t get thirsty and have to keep coming here to draw water.” He told her, “Go, call your husband and come back.” “I have no husband,” she replied. Jesus said to her, “You are right when you say you have no husband. The fact is, you have had five husbands, and the man you now have is not your husband. What you have just said is quite true." “Sir,” the woman said, “I can see that you are a prophet. Our ancestors worshiped on this mountain, but you Jews claim that the place where we must worship is in Jerusalem.” “Woman,” Jesus replied, “believe me, a time is coming when you will worship the Father neither on this mountain nor in Jerusalem. You Samaritans worship what you do not know; we worship what we do know, for salvation is from the Jews. Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.” The woman said, “I know that Messiah” (called Christ) “is coming. When he comes, he will explain everything to us.” Then Jesus declared, “I, the one speaking to you—I am he.”Find your Samaria.Practice HOSTIPITALITY: show hospitality where there could be hostility.
Sermon preached on January 12, 2020, by Rev. Sarah Harrison-McQueen. Worship series, "Won't you be my neighbor?" Sermon, "143." Matthew 22:34-40.Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.” This week’s passage appears at the end of a series of debates with Sadducees and Pharisees. Jesus easily answered all questions, and finally, one of the lawyers asks: “Which commandment is the greatest?” (v. 36). Jesus responds with what Jewish people refer to as the Shema, “You shall love the Lord your god with all your heart, and with all your soul and with all your mind.” (See Deuteronomy 6:4-5.) It expands the first commandment found in Exodus: “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exodus 20:3). Jesus affirms these two commands are foundational. David Ewart writes: “As long as we observe both commandments, we can be confident we are on that Godly path. However, if we choose to ignore either love, we will soon find ourselves in a spiritual ditch.” (Source: https://episcopalchurch.org/library/bible-study/bible-study-proper-25-2014) "Love isn’t a state of perfect caring. It is an active noun like 'struggle.' To love someone is to strive to accept that person exactly the way he or she is, right here and now." — Fred Rogers, from “The World According to Mr. Rogers" "There are many ways to say I love you. Just by being there when things are sad and scary. Just by being there, being there, being there to say, I love you." —Lyrics from "Many Ways to Say I Love You" as performed on Episode 1643 of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood What spiritual ditches do you find yourself in? How might the love of God and neighbor help to dig you out? In what ways is love of God like love of neighbor? Do we do the second as a form of obedience to the first? Or do we do the second because it is indistinguishable from the first? Who are the people who have loved you so that you have encountered the love of God? This week, how can you say “I love you” to one of your neighbors? This week, how can you say “God loves you” to one of your neighbors?Support the show (http://tinyurl.com/donatecumc)
Matthew 22: 34 - 40 says, Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?”Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”----Visit https://hmsda.org to get updates and more messages like this.----Do you follow us on facebook?https://www.facebook.com/hamiltonadventist
This week marks the beginning of a new series looking at some of the altercations between Jesus and various opposing groups. In this first talk of the series, Tim explores an interaction between Jesus and some of Israel's highest authorities as they confront Jesus and challenge his authority.
In this podcast, you're going to learn three advanced tips for prepping your church's services. I'll show you how my church prepares for Sunday each and every week, and by the end of this episode, you'll know exactly how to implement these tips in your church as well. ***VISIT THE FULL POST HERE: https://prochurchtools.com/how-the-internet-is-provoking-the-next-christian-reformation/ What's In This Session? What role does/will the Internet have in reforming the church? (1:50) The story of Martin Luther is that he nailed his 95 theses to a door and thus began the Protestant Reformation (2:15) How can an unpublished, obscure Roman Catholic monk move from the shadows to the world stage in a matter of years? (2:27) Brand Luther by Andrew Pettegree (3:15) Luther quickly learned how to use printed books and pamphlets to spread his views widely and effectively. He obsessed not just about the words he wrote but about the timing, accuracy, visual appeal, and effective distribution of these printed works. Second, by writing in plain German, rather than in Latin, he increased his potential audience many times over (3:40) Bottom line: Martin Luther's theological revolution would have gone nowhere without the power of the printing press. Attention is the most valuable commodity - Luther was brilliant, but without attention - it wouldn’t have mattered (6:28) For years, the church had gatekeepers that you couldn’t get past - but a technological revolution removed those barriers almost instantly. Do you see a parallel? (7:37) The Internet is the next great communication shift - and removal of gatekeepers - and my prediction is that it will lead to reformation again (8:50) Jen and Mike experienced massive theological shifts because in their mid-forties they moved to a new culture (11:03) The internet basically shares anyone and everyone's theology (13:05) Eschatology, LGBTQIA+ inclusion, women in leadership, white privilege and the oppression of minorities, nationalism being passed off as Christian doctrine, and more (15:02) “Change is perceived as compromise" (18:03) I just don’t think we’re gonna get to Heaven and hear: Baptists to the left, Pentecostals to the right, Methodists down that way, Non-Denominationals over this way, etc. We’ll be there worshipping Jesus TOGETHER. Imagine how awesome it’d be if we were willing to do that now (22:35) Matthew 22: The Pharisees got together. One of them, an expert in the law, tested Jesus with this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.” (24:37) Unity isn’t uniformity (25:44) Show Notes & Resources Mentioned: Jason Robinson on Twitter Pro Church Tools Pro Church Tools on Facebook Pro Church Tools on YouTube Brady Shearer on Instagram Brady Shearer on Twitter Alex Mills on Instagram
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Pastor Aaron Hanson continues the Series All About Love, Matthew 22:34–37 (NIV) Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “ ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’
HAPPILY EVER AFTER TAKES A LOT OF WORK Committed To Love John 13:34-35 34 “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. 35 By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” NIV Three Steps Towards Commitment 1.Make God our first priority. Matthew 22:36-39 Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law? Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself’.” NIV 2. Keep no records of wrong. 1 Corinthians 13:5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. NIV 3. Start NOW. 1 John 3:18 Let us stop just saying we love each other, let us really show it by our actions. NLT How Do I Start? When you think something good, say it. When you think something special, do it. When you want something different, be it. Commitment means staying loyal to what you said you were going to do long after the mood you said it in left you. Commitments To Make Today 1.I commit to work with you. Ephesians 4:2-3 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. NIV Proverbs 17:17 17 A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity. NIV 2. I commit to sacrifice for you. 1 John 3:16 This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. NIV 3. I commit to love you unconditionally. 1 John 4:9-11 9 God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him. 10 This is real love—not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as a sacrifice to take away our sins.11 Dear friends, since God loved us that much, we surely ought to love each other. NLT “As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”
Who are you Pulling for? Matthew 11: 16-19, 25-30 Pulled in two ways? An old-time plow... Some of you may have had this experience (growing rare) For first-century Jews, it was instantly relatable The Weight of the Yoke To rabbis, the "yoke" was their teaching (the Yoke of Law) Jesus called them out on having too heavy a yoke (uselessly burdensome teaching) [Luke 11:46]...and countered that His yoke was light and restful [Matthew 11:29] Pulling the Pharisees' yoke (judgmental legalism) steals the joy out of life and weighs you down. If we're not joyful in Christ, if our burdens are wearing us out, we may have become yoked to something other than Him, because He has taken a LOT of the load... The Direction we are Traveling (Matthew 11:16-19) "Pull" of "this generation" is always shifting: 17 ‘We played wedding songs, and you didn’t dance, so we played funeral songs, and you didn’t mourn.’ And doesn't guarantee acceptance: 18 "For John didn’t spend his time eating and drinking, and you say, ‘He’s possessed by a demon.’ 19a The Son of Man, on the other hand, feasts and drinks, and you say, ‘He’s a glutton and a drunkard,... " If we are just living for the latest fad or social issue or professional goal, we won't have a clear purpose or direction. Where is the meaning in life? Even if you get "to the top" in this world (pay scale, power, fame), most everyone will just wait to see you fall. You want meaning, take Christ's yoke and let Him lead you! How to "take His yoke" upon us? Attach yourself to Christ Using marriage as a metaphor (following Paul's usage): it shouldn't begin w/o knowing the other well, and doesn't last w/o constant effort The Weight of Knowledge = learning His character, thoughts, and goals Reading, listening to bible, sneak it in during the day podcasts, sermons (yes, you can do a lot of this yourself) Constant, Directed Effort = being aware if distance is creeping in, if you are pulling in different directions That often takes OTHERS Marriage example: talking with family & friends (in confidence) who are committed to helping your relationship work, who help us understand ourselves and the other person better In walking with Christ, find persons who you believe have a close walk with Him (don't just ask your BFFs); they see from a different perspective CHURCH: We've got to do better at providing a SAFE PLACE to do this!!! Be wary of: Pulls in incompatible directions One (and perhaps the only) genius line of the SW prequels: "You're going somewhere I can't follow!" External (lots of voices calling) and Internal (and lots of broken inclinations) : we're like shopping carts with a wonky wheel... A bad understanding of the goal Nonreligious example: "Marriages are disposable and kids easily adapt." Religious ex: "We're at church for what we get out of it." Pulling for (& with) Christ Marriage Metaphor concluded: Over the years if all goes right... You know each others thoughts (finish other's sentences) You exchange and merge behaviors Sometimes you even start to look more alike Others cannot think of one of you without thinking of both And this is an excellent example for Christ's teaching: At the end of the day, do I want to look more like this fractured world, or more like Jesus? Don't I want to KNOW the God who made me? What is a more fulfilling path? More meaningful? More consequential & lasting? "For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope." Jeremiah 29:11
We can be so quick to complicate our lives. We get caught up in all that we are responsible for and we miss the simple truth that Christ calls us to Him to find rest and peace. Adam Barnett launches our Dwell series by encouraging us to keep it simple. Simple Spirituality Dwell | Week 1 April 23, 2017 | Adam Barnett Matthew 22:36-40 (NIV) “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself. All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commands.” The Enemy’s Strategy is to complicate your life to prevent you from loving God or others. KISS Keep It Simple Stupid | Keep It Simple Spirituality Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV) Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. Matthew 11:28 (NIV) Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:29 (NIV) Take my yoke upon you and learn from me for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matthew 11:30 (NIV) For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV) Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.
Part 2: The Law Jesus said to him, “Why do you call me good? No one is good except God alone. You know the commandments.” In this episode we learn to use God’s Law biblically to help our lost loved ones see clearly God’s goodness and their own sinfulness in truth. Series Synopsis + Trailer
Pastor Anthony reads from Matthew 22:34-40. "Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?" Jesus replied, "'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' (Matthew 22:36-37).
In this 2 year, 65 part series, Pastor Rich walks us through the Gospel of Luke.