Posts with the tag “old-covenant”

In Deuteronomy 27, we're reminded of the profound importance of committing wholeheartedly to God's covenant. The chapter details a ceremony where the Israelites were to confirm their commitment to God's law, emphasizing the gravity of their covenant relationship. This ancient ritual holds surprising relevance for us today. Just as the Israelites were called to publicly declare their allegiance, we too are invited to confirm our commitment to God, not through stone monuments, but through faith in Christ. The passage beautifully illustrates how our spiritual journey involves planning, pondering, and performing our commitment to God. It challenges us to consider: Are we merely going through religious motions, or are we truly living out our faith in every aspect of our lives? This message urges us to move beyond superficial religiosity and embrace a genuine, transformative relationship with God, rooted in Christ's finished work on the cross.  Read More

In our study of Deuteronomy 14, we're invited to see God's laws not as restrictive burdens, but as loving boundaries set by a caring Father. The food laws and funeral practices discussed aren't just arbitrary rules - they're designed to set God's people apart as holy and treasured. So we are challenged to consider how we live as God's children in a world that often pulls us in different directions? But this message ultimately points us to Christ, who perfectly fulfilled these laws and offers us the opportunity to become children of God through faith in Him. As we reflect on this, we're encouraged to live in a way that reflects our status as God's holy and treasured possession, not out of obligation, but out of love and gratitude for the freedom we've been given in Christ.  Read More

In this powerful exploration of Deuteronomy 4:44-5:5, we're invited to grapple with the complex relationship between God's law and Christian faith. As we delve into Moses' second sermon to the Israelites, we're challenged to consider: What role does the Old Testament law play in our lives today? This message beautifully unpacks how the law was a gift to Israel, instructing them in covenant faithfulness. Yet, as followers of Christ, we're called to a nuanced understanding. The law reveals God's unchanging nature and our need for a Savior, while also providing wisdom for loving God and neighbor. As we navigate between legalism and disregard for God's commands, we're encouraged to see the law through the lens of Christ's fulfillment. This perspective invites us to appreciate the richness of God's word while living in the freedom and grace of the new covenant.  Read More