For I say to you, that unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the kingdom of
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1 For I say to you, that unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:20
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3 For I say to you, that unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:20
4 For I say to you (emphasis on the surprising statement He is about to make), that unless (or, except, if not, a conditional phrase) your (personal) righteousness (or, a condition acceptable to God, justice, virtue, being as one ought to be. In both the OT and NT, righteousness is the state commanded by God and standing the test of His judgment. It is conformity to all that He commands or appoints) exceeds (what) the righteousness of the Matthew 5:20
5 For I say to you (emphasis on the surprising statement He is about to make), that unless (or, except, if not, a conditional phrase) your (personal) righteousness (or, a condition acceptable to God, justice, virtue, being as one ought to be. In both the OT and NT, righteousness is the state commanded by God and standing the test of His judgment. It is conformity to all that He commands or appoints) exceeds (what) the righteousness of the Matthew 5:20
6 For I say to you (emphasis on the surprising statement He is about to make), that unless (or, except, if not, a conditional phrase) your (personal) righteousness (or, a condition acceptable to God, justice, virtue, being as one ought to be. In both the OT and NT, righteousness is the state commanded by God and standing the test of His judgment. It is conformity to all that He commands or appoints) exceeds (what) the righteousness of the Matthew 5:20
7 For I say to you (emphasis on the surprising statement He is about to make), that unless (or, except, if not, a conditional phrase) your (personal) righteousness (or, a condition acceptable to God, justice, virtue, being as one ought to be. In both the OT and NT, righteousness is the state commanded by God and standing the test of His judgment. It is conformity to all that He commands or appoints) exceeds (what) the righteousness of the Matthew 5:20
8 For I say to you (emphasis on the surprising statement He is about to make), that unless (or, except, if not, a conditional phrase) your (personal) righteousness (or, a condition acceptable to God, justice, virtue, being as one ought to be. In both the OT and NT, righteousness is the state commanded by God and standing the test of His judgment. It is conformity to all that He commands or appoints) exceeds (what) the righteousness of the Matthew 5:20
9 For I say to you (emphasis on the surprising statement He is about to make), that unless (or, except, if not, a conditional phrase) your (personal) righteousness (or, a condition acceptable to God, justice, virtue, being as one ought to be. In both the OT and NT, righteousness is the state commanded by God and standing the test of His judgment. It is conformity to all that He commands or appoints) exceeds (what) the righteousness of the Matthew 5:20
10 For I say to you (emphasis on the surprising statement He is about to make), that unless (or, except, if not, a conditional phrase) your (personal) righteousness (or, a condition acceptable to God, justice, virtue, being as one ought to be. In both the OT and NT, righteousness is the state commanded by God and standing the test of His judgment. It is conformity to all that He commands or appoints) exceeds (what) the righteousness of the Matthew 5:20
11 exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:20
12 exceeds (or, shall abound still more, to be in excess, overflowing. The statement is not merely comparative, but implies an abundance) the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, (result of the condition) you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:20
13 exceeds (or, shall abound still more, to be in excess, overflowing. The statement is not merely comparative, but implies an abundance) the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, (result of the condition) you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:20
14 exceeds (or, shall abound still more, to be in excess, overflowing. The statement is not merely comparative, but implies an abundance) the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, (result of the condition) you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:20
15 exceeds (or, shall abound still more, to be in excess, overflowing. The statement is not merely comparative, but implies an abundance) the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, (result of the condition) you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:20
16 Questions
17 Questions One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees?
18 Questions One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? Two, What was the character of their righteousness?
19 Three, What is the nature of the righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees?
20 Three, What is the nature of the righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees? Four, How is that righteousness obtained?
21 Five, How is that righteousness clearly manifested in the life of a believer?
22 Five, How is that righteousness clearly manifested in the life of a believer? Six, In what way does that righteousness exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees?
23 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven?
24 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? Eight, How does this statement fit into the context of what Jesus is saying?
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26 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees?
27 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees?
28 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? The word scribe is a name for an office
29 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? The word scribe is a name for an office There were civil scribes and ecclesiastical Scribes
30 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? The word scribe is a name for an office There were civil scribes and ecclesiastical Scribes Jesus was referring to the latter.
31 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? They were from the tribe of Levi
32 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? They were from the tribe of Levi They were employed to expound Scripture
33 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? They were from the tribe of Levi They were employed to expound Scripture Ezra was such a scribe (Ezra 7:1,5-6)
34 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees?
35 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees?
36 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? The Pharisees were not an office, but a sect
37 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? The Pharisees were not an office, but a sect They formed a code of morals and ceremonial acts more ridged than the Law of Moses and based on the traditions of the fathers
38 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? The Pharisees were not an office, but a sect They formed a code of morals and ceremonial acts more ridged than the Law of Moses and based on the traditions of the fathers They spent their lives keeping these traditions
39 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? The Jews in Jesus time had a saying:
40 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? The Jews in Jesus time had a saying: If only two people go to heaven,
41 One, Who are the scribes and Pharisees? The Jews in Jesus time had a saying: If only two people go to heaven, one will be a scribe and the other a Pharisee.
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43 Two, What was the character of their righteousness?
44 Two, What was the character of their righteousness? It was External
45 Two, What was the character of their righteousness? It was External It was Partial
46 Two, What was the character of their righteousness? It was External It was Partial It was Redefined
47 Two, What was the character of their righteousness? It was External It was Partial It was Redefined It was Self-Centered
48 Two, What was the character of their righteousness? It was External It was Partial It was Redefined It was Self-Centered It was not the righteousness God requires
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50 Three, What is the nature of the righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees?
51 Three, What is the nature of the righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees? Three kinds of righteousness spoken of in Scripture:
52 Three, What is the nature of the righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees? Three kinds of righteousness spoken of in Scripture: Inherent
53 Three, What is the nature of the righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees? Three kinds of righteousness spoken of in Scripture: Inherent Imputed
54 Three, What is the nature of the righteousness that exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees? Three kinds of righteousness spoken of in Scripture: Inherent Imputed Imparted
55 Inherent Righteousness
56 Inherent Righteousness This is the righteousness Adam had when he left the hands of God His Maker, which none possess by nature today.
57 Imputed Righteousness
58 Imputed Righteousness This imputed righteousness is the whole of our justification before God.
59 Imputed Righteousness This imputed righteousness is the whole of our justification before God. Impute or imputed (logízomai) means to reckon, to put to a person s account
60 Imputed Righteousness This imputed righteousness is the whole of our justification before God. Impute or imputed (logízomai) means to reckon, to put to a person s account Romans 4
61 Imparted Righteousness
62 Imparted Righteousness This righteousness is imparted to us when God makes us a new creation in Him.
63 Imparted Righteousness This righteousness is imparted to us when God makes us a new creation in Him. Ephesians 4:17-24
64 The righteousness Jesus is speaking about in Matthew 5:20 is not an imputed one alone (justification), but an imputed righteousness accompanied by an imparted righteousness (sanctification).
65 The righteousness Jesus is speaking about in Matthew 5:20 is not an imputed one alone (justification), but an imputed righteousness accompanied by an imparted righteousness (sanctification). Both justification and sanctification must never be separated.
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67 Four, How is that righteousness obtained?
68 Four, How is that righteousness obtained? By faith as a gift of Divine grace.
69 Four, How is that righteousness obtained? By faith as a gift of Divine grace. Initially we become partakers at the new birth.
70 Four, How is that righteousness obtained? By faith as a gift of Divine grace. Initially we become partakers at the new birth.
71 Four, How is that righteousness obtained? By faith as a gift of Divine grace. Initially we become partakers at the new birth. Progressively as we grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18).
72 Four, How is that righteousness obtained? By faith as a gift of Divine grace. Initially we become partakers at the new birth. Progressively as we grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18).
73 Four, How is that righteousness obtained? By faith as a gift of Divine grace. Initially we become partakers at the new birth. Progressively as we grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18). Perfectly at our glorification.
74 Four, How is that righteousness obtained? By faith as a gift of Divine grace. Initially we become partakers at the new birth. Progressively as we grow in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18). Perfectly at our glorification.
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76 Five, How is that righteousness clearly manifested in the life of a believer?
77 Five, How is that righteousness clearly manifested in the life of a believer? This righteousness consists and proceeded from a new creation to holiness.
78 Five, How is that righteousness clearly manifested in the life of a believer? This righteousness consists and proceeded from a new creation to holiness. The new creation desires to be like its Creator.
79 Five, How is that righteousness clearly manifested in the life of a believer? This righteousness consists and proceeded from a new creation to holiness. The new creation desires to be like its Creator. And it is known by its fruits.
80 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ?
81 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
82 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
83 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
84 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
85 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
86 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
87 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
88 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
89 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
90 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
91 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
92 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17
93 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Therefore, (condition) if anyone is (what) in Christ, he (result) is a new creation; (to what extent) old things have (past tense) passed away; behold, all things (present) have become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore refers back to verses
94 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ?
95 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? We did not inherit a new nature.
96 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? We did not inherit a new nature. God did not clean up our old nature.
97 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? We did not inherit a new nature. God did not clean up our old nature. Nor did we decide to re-create ourselves anew.
98 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? We did not inherit a new nature. God did not clean up our old nature. Nor did we decide to re-create ourselves anew. The new creation is completely new,
99 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? We did not inherit a new nature. God did not clean up our old nature. Nor did we decide to re-create ourselves anew. The new creation is completely new, brought about from nothing.
100 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ?
101 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Second, old things have passed away. The old refers to everything that is part of our old nature natural pride, love of sin, reliance on works, and our former opinions, habits and passions. Most significantly, what we loved has passed away, especially the supreme love of self and with it selfrighteousness, self-promotion, and self-justification.
102 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Second, old things have passed away. The old refers to everything that is part of our old nature natural pride, love of sin, reliance on works, and our former opinions, habits and passions. Most significantly, what we loved has passed away, especially the supreme love of self and with it selfrighteousness, self-promotion, and self-justification.
103 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Second, old things have passed away. The old refers to everything that is part of our old nature natural pride, love of sin, reliance on works, and our former opinions, habits and passions. Most significantly, what we loved has passed away, especially the supreme love of self and with it selfrighteousness, self-promotion, and self-justification.
104 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Second, old things have passed away. The old refers to everything that is part of our old nature natural pride, love of sin, reliance on works, and our former opinions, habits and passions. Most significantly, what we loved has passed away, especially the supreme love of self and with it selfrighteousness, self-promotion, and self-justification.
105 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ?
106 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Along with the old passing away, all things have become new. Old, dead things are replaced with new things, full of life and the glory of God. And we begin to look and live like the One who created us anew. We are known by our resemblance to the Father.
107 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Along with the old passing away, all things have become new. Old, dead things are replaced with new things, full of life and the glory of God. And we begin to look and live like the One who created us anew. We are known by our resemblance to the Father.
108 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Along with the old passing away, all things have become new. Old, dead things are replaced with new things, full of life and the glory of God.
109 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Along with the old passing away, all things have become new. Old, dead things are replaced with new things, full of life and the glory of God. And we begin to look and live like the One who created us anew. We are known by our resemblance to the Father.
110 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? Along with the old passing away, all things have become new. Old, dead things are replaced with new things, full of life and the glory of God. And we begin to look and live like the One who created us anew. We are known by our resemblance to the Father.
111 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ?
112 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
113 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
114 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
115 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
116 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
117 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
118 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
119 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
120 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
121 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
122 What does it mean to be a new creation in Christ? That you put off, concerning your former conduct, (what) the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed (or made new) in the spirit of your mind, and that you put on (what) the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness. Ephesians 4:22-24
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124 Six, In what way does that righteousness exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees?
125 Six, In what way does that righteousness exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees? Christ s righteousness springs out of a heart of love and faith created in the image of God.
126 Six, In what way does that righteousness exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees? Christ s righteousness springs out of a heart of love and faith created in the image of God. Their righteousness comes from an evil heart of unbelief and self-centeredness.
127 Six, In what way does that righteousness exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees? Christ s righteousness springs out of a heart of love and faith created in the image of God. Their righteousness comes from an evil heart of unbelief and self-centeredness. One nature is Divine and the other human.
128 Six, In what way does that righteousness exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees? The righteousness of the Christian secures an entrance into heaven.
129 Six, In what way does that righteousness exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees? The righteousness of the Christian secures an entrance into heaven. But the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees does exactly the opposite.
130 Six, In what way does that righteousness exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees? The righteousness of the Christian secures an entrance into heaven. But the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees does exactly the opposite. It excludes them from heaven.
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132 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven?
133 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? In Matthew, the phrase kingdom of heaven often refers to the kingdom Jesus establishes when He returns in glory to rule and reign for 1,000 years on the earth.
134 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? But it can also mean the kingdom of His righteousness, the eternal kingdom promised to those who have placed their faith and trust in Him and have been born again to reflect His nature.
135 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted (to turn around, to turn from one course of conduct to another) and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3
136 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted (to turn around, to turn from one course of conduct to another) and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3
137 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted (to turn around, to turn from one course of conduct to another) and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3
138 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted (to turn around, to turn from one course of conduct to another) and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3
139 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? Assuredly, I say to you, unless you are converted (to turn around, to turn from one course of conduct to another) and become as little children, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 18:3
140 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? When Jesus uses the phrase kingdom of heaven in this context, He is talking about eternal life with Him in heaven. Without the righteousness only Christ can give, there is no eternal life in Him. Literally, you will not enter heaven after death.
141 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? When Jesus uses the phrase kingdom of heaven in this context, He is talking about eternal life with Him in heaven. Without the righteousness only Christ can give, there is no eternal life in Him. Literally, you will not enter heaven after death.
142 Seven, What does Jesus mean when He says, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven? When Jesus uses the phrase kingdom of heaven in this context, He is talking about eternal life with Him in heaven. Without the righteousness only Christ can give, there is no eternal life in Him. Literally, you will not enter heaven after death.
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144 Eight, How does this statement fit into the context of what Jesus is saying?
145 Eight, How does this statement fit into the context of what Jesus is saying? One, Jesus has already stated He did not come to destroy the Law, but to fulfill, or complete it to the fullest (Matt. 5:17-18).
146 Eight, How does this statement fit into the context of what Jesus is saying? Two, Jesus insisted that those who follow Him must maintain the integrity of the Law in both obedience and proclamation (Matt. 5:18).
147 Eight, How does this statement fit into the context of what Jesus is saying? Three, Jesus demanded a righteousness that surpassed that of the most outwardly righteous people known at that time (Matt. 5:18). A righteousness of faith and not human works.
148 Eight, How does this statement fit into the context of what Jesus is saying? Four, Jesus is not laying out a prescription to obtain favor from God. He was describing the character of those who already possessed it.
149 Eight, How does this statement fit into the context of what Jesus is saying? Four, Jesus is not laying out a prescription to obtain favor from God. He was describing the character of those who already possessed it. Is He describing you?
150 Final Question
151 Final Question Are you a new creation in Christ?
152 Final Question Are you a new creation in Christ? Has God changed you from the inside out?
153 Final Question Are you a new creation in Christ? Has God changed you from the inside out? Do you possess a righteousness that exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and the Pharisees?
154 Final Question Are you a new creation in Christ? Has God changed you from the inside out? Do you possess a righteousness that exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and the Pharisees? If so, how do you know?
155 Final Question Are you a new creation in Christ? Has God changed you from the inside out? Do you possess a righteousness that exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and the Pharisees? If so, how do you know? Can your friends and family tell?
156 Final Question
157 Final Question Does this describe you?
158 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
159 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
160 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
161 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
162 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
163 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
164 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
165 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
166 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
167 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
168 Final Question Does this describe you? But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
169 Final Question Does this describe you? And those who are Christ s have (what) crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Galatians 5:24-25
170 Final Question Does this describe you? And those who are Christ s have (what) crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Galatians 5:24-25
171 Final Question Does this describe you? And those who are Christ s have (what) crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Galatians 5:24-25
172 Final Question Does this describe you? And those who are Christ s have (what) crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Galatians 5:24-25
173 Final Question Does this describe you? And those who are Christ s have (what) crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Galatians 5:24-25
174 Final Question Does this describe you? And those who are Christ s have (what) crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. Galatians 5:24-25
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176 For I say to you, that unless your righteousness exceeds the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, you will by no means enter the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 5:20
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