Tuesday Contradictions: Matthew 5:21-22 - Jesus, the Law, and the Heart: Redefining Righteousness

Welcome back to the Bible Difficulties and Answers podcast with your host, Lance Smith. In this contradictions episode, we explore Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount, specifically focusing on the apparent shift in the law regarding anger and murder. Lance navigates through the complexities of whether Jesus added to the Mosaic law or revealed its true intent.

Dive into a discussion on how Jesus fulfills rather than abolishes the law, enlightening us on the deeper moral insights that guide our Christian life today. Join Lance for a thought-provoking journey to understand the transformation from the law of Moses to the law of Christ, and discover how it calls for a change in heart, not just actions. Perfect for those seeking clarity on Scripture’s mysteries and keen on growing in their faith.

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1. https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/first/contra2_list.html (The Skeptics Annotated Bible)
2. https://davidwilber.com/articles/the-law-of-moses-vs-the-law-of-christ 
3. Todd A. Wilson, “Law of Christ,” Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, 2nd ed. (Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2023), 624. 
4. https://ettingerwriting.wordpress.com/2021/12/19/jesus-the-mosaic-law-and-the-christian/