The Basics of Biblical Counseling - Biblicalcounselingonline.org
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Who is a Murderer? Matt. 5:21-26<br />
I. Introduction and review: Jesus lays down the Law. v. 21-48<br />
A. Jesus corrects the abuses <strong>of</strong> the Law by the scribes and Pharisees. v. 20, 43<br />
B. Jesus speaks with authority. 7:28-29<br />
1. His authority surpasses that <strong>of</strong> the teachers <strong>of</strong> the Jews. Mark 1:22<br />
2. He proclaims the true meaning <strong>of</strong> the Law <strong>of</strong> Moses.<br />
3. His authority and teaching surpass that <strong>of</strong> Moses. John 1:17<br />
a. Jesus is the authoritative expounder <strong>of</strong> God's will for God'speople.<br />
b. Is the Mosaic Law the supreme declaration <strong>of</strong> God'smoral law?<br />
C. He expands our understanding <strong>of</strong> the Law <strong>of</strong> God. (Lloyd-Jones)<br />
1. <strong>The</strong> Law goes beyond the letter and also includes the Spirit.<br />
2. <strong>The</strong> Law goes beyond actions and includes the heart. 15:19 I Sam. 16:7<br />
Lk. 16:15<br />
3. <strong>The</strong> Law is not merely negative, preventing sin; but is also positive,<br />
commanding virtues that promote righteousness.<br />
4. <strong>The</strong> Law is not an end <strong>of</strong> itself but a means to know and glorify God.<br />
5. <strong>The</strong> Law is not oppressive and constraining, but it is a blessing, bringing<br />
freedom to God's people. I Jn 5:3 Ps. 19:7-14 119:70-72<br />
II.<br />
Are you a murderer?<br />
A. Murdergoes beyond the act. v. 21<br />
1. <strong>The</strong> Pharisees were right to condemn the deed <strong>of</strong> murder. Gen. 9:6<br />
a. Not all killing is murder, but only the unjust taking <strong>of</strong> human life.<br />
Gen. 4:8<br />
b. <strong>The</strong> death penalty is imposed because murderers have attacked the<br />
image <strong>of</strong> God.<br />
2. <strong>The</strong> Jews erred by limiting the sixth commandment to one outward act and its<br />
civil penalty.<br />
B. You can commit murder without shedding blood. v. 22 John 8:44<br />
1. Mental murder: anger and hatred. I Jn. 3:15 Js. 4:2 Pr. 14:17 22:24 Ecc. 7:9<br />
2. Verbal murder. 12:34 Lev. 20:9 Js. 3:1-12<br />
3. Other kinds <strong>of</strong> murder.<br />
a. Physical harm.<br />
b. Economic or legal oppression. James 5:6 2:13<br />
c. Racial prejudice.<br />
d. Even a look can kill.<br />
C. Such hate crimes deserve God's justice.<br />
1. Jesus is not saying that the state isauthorized to punish words and thoughts.<br />
2. God, who knows the heart, will bring justice: everlasting wrath. 12:36<br />
Js. 2:13<br />
3. Jesus believes in hell!<br />
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