August 26, 2007: The Why Behind the What – Michael Hidalgo

Purity was of utmost importance in the days of Jesus. If one was not pure they could not participate in temple worship, they were cut off from the community, and they would be considered “sinners.” In order to remain pure some Jews developed an intricate system of rules and regulations - commentary of Torah - intended to help people remain pure. Over time some began to pride themselves on how well they could keep the law. As a matter of fact they were perfect at keeping the Law. Jesus however, looks at the heart. He asks “What is inside of you?”