(Matthew 5:48) A tall order. First, the Ten Commandments are presented in the Old Testament context, so as you read the text you will understand each commandment. THANK YOU Audrey. The Ten Commandments, or Decalogue (Greek, "ten words"), are divine laws revealed to Moses by God on Mount Sinai and engraved on two stone tablets.The restored gospel of Jesus Christ teaches that these basic commandments are still in force. Your answers to Audreys heart tugging struggle were a blessing. The world's media is so very powerful today. Adam Clarke, in his Commentary on the Bible, wrote: This is the first and great commandment. Now there is hope, because the Christian life no longer depends on my striving but rather on the life of Jesus Christ that dwells in me. Thanks be to God for your gifts to share the good news. Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven (Matthew 18:10). We are Jesus' mouthpiece while we are here and He asked us to spread His Word to all the world. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. If ye love me, keep my commandments (John 14:15). 12, ; and Pesik. As we look in Scripture we cannot help but be staggered with the reality that God is calling us to live a life that we could never live. (See Luke 19:27.) 17:3. if ye shall be obedient to the commandments, 1 Ne. We have to realize that our problem is profoundly bigger then just the sinful things that we do the problem is who we are: we are sinners. If this Christian life is just based on us giving it our best shot then we should just give up now because we cannot do it. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. I am so thankful that someone had the guts to state how difficult it can seem to do all the commandments. These are the saving principles taught by Jesus Christ, the bedrock on which His Gospel . The word translated keep in this verse is: tereo and it means to guard, or to watch. And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a mans life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth (Luke 12:15). Not only were my actions wrong but I also knew that often times when I did do "good" it was a out of selfish ambition for the recognition of men. Without the reality of Christ in us this Christian life does not even make sense! Those who believe Jesus' commandments replaced the 10 Commandments sometimes cite John 15:10: "If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love, just as I have kept My Father's commandments and abide in His love.". But know this, that if the goodman of the house had known in what watch the thief would come, he would have watched, and would not have suffered his house to be broken up. And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive (Matthew 21:2122). (Matthew 21:13). Keeping the commands of Jesus begins with recognizing what they are. In John 15 we see that our relationship to the Lord is like that of a branch in a vine. I knew that we were supposed to try to be like Jesus but I found that on my best day I could not perfectly be like Jesus. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light (Matthew 11:2830). The Ten Commandments. Hear, O Israel: The Lord is our God, the Lord alone. Shows both the traditional and contemporary wording of each of the 10 Commandments, a principle and the meaning of each commandment, what Jesus taught about the commandments, and why the 10 Commandments are important today. We read in Galatians 2:20 "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me." No! The second passage is considered to be a form of the Golden Rule.[9]. This podcast provides a fresh way to saturate yourself with the Word of God. Copyright 2021, Institute in Basic Life Principles ~ Privacy Policy~ Terms and Conditions~Log In. My only comment is that "Judge Not" should be a little expanded on or clarified because we are actually also commanded "to Judge" by Jesus. Now there is hope, because the Christian life no longer depends on my striving but rather on the life of Jesus Christ that dwells in me. The rule according to which all ought to walk and act, is the commandments given by the Lord Jesus Christ. 46 "For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? The word I want to look at the definition of is "keep". Abide in Jesus' love "Just as the Father has loved Me, I have also loved you; abide in My love, " ( John 15:9 ). So it sounds to me that your (our) struggle is no different than Paul's! As we keep God's Word before our face by meditating upon it, His Word like water washes us and cleanses us and renews our mind. For God commanded, saying, Honor thy father and mother: and, he that curseth father or mother, let him die the death (Matthew 15:4). Later incorporated into the new covenant, they constitute the basic moral code for humanity (as further explained by Jesus) and are obeyed to demonstrate the believer's love for God and his fellow man. I have seen from Scripture and also from my own experience that it is not about us trying but rather it is about us dying and Jesus Christ living His life through us. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.. Take heed and beware of the leaven of the Pharisees and of the Sadducees (Matthew 16:6). When I read the post by Audrey Busike it touched me heart. What does it mean to meditate on God's Word? I so deeply desire to fully walk in the Spirit and do everything right, but I fail at it. We become responsible for what WE hear - or read. Now 3 years later I share Audrey's plight and wonder daily how can I ever or ever could ever think I- poorly, lifelong sinner ME, could ever think I could be a child of God and follow in his son-Jesus's path. It is "first and greatest": "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God" is explained to mean "Act in such a manner that God will be beloved by all His creatures. This is the greatest and first commandment. Very good piece and highly revealing. I knew that we were supposed to try to be like Jesus but I found that on my best day I could not perfectly be like Jesus. And if he neglect to hear them, tell it unto the church: but if he neglect to hear the church, let him be unto thee as a heathen man and a publican (Matthew 18:1517). Isnt Mathew 15:5 also a commandment?4 For God commanded, saying, Honour thy father and mother: and, He that curseth father or mother, let him die the death. I found this thread while searching the commands of Jesus. Or that I am actually failing to let Him live through me? All you have to do is compare their doctrines with what the scriptures reveal. But it was when I turned my attention from my sin to my Savior that I started to be changed. Isn't that why He came and died for us? The Ten Commandments in Mormonism. . This is the first and great commandment (Matthew 22:3738). Wherefore they are no more twain, but one flesh. It does not say the truth will "set" us free (like the opening of the door of a cage so we can walk out on our own power) but rather "make" you free - put you in the position of being outside that cage - change your state of being (free from sin). They say unto him, Caesars. 46. Remember: "For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure." http://www.biblebelievers.com/jmelton/Judging.html. Read reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Hi. This double reference has given rise to differing views with regard to the relationship that exists between the two commandments, although typically "love thy God" is referred to as "the first and greatest commandment", with "love thy neighbor" being referred to as "the second great commandment". You will touch lives forever because we all know from our parents that once you put something on the internet it can never "fully" disappear. I pray they help you as well: 4 Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach unto thee, that he may dwell in thy courts: we shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, even of thy holy temple. First of all, great article but KAAS NAILED IT with THE MOST CRUCIAL ONE!!! To Swaller - I am blessed by the answer you give to Audrey Busike and with your permission I would like to share the same with those who I know with similar thoughts and questions. Why would the Lord require of me that which I can not do? 19 Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, 20 by a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for us, through the veil, that is to say, his flesh; 21 and having an high priest over the house of God; 22 let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or female servant, nor your animals, nor any foreigner residing in your towns. As you read through them, ask God to help you observe these words, apply them, and faithfully follow them throughout your lifetime. It seems impossible in today's society doesn't it? Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Everyone who goes on ahead and does not abide in the teaching of Christ, does not have God. No one. 22:31. do according to the strict commands, Jacob 2:10. Seventy Commandments of Jesus #1 The Greatest Commandment Jesus replied: "'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.' This is the first and greatest commandment. Lines and paragraphs break automatically. They understand that these basic guidelines form a strong foundation for society as well as for one's personal . It is Christ not I who does the changing. "And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. Jesus saw these commandments not as onerous burdens, but as guideposts to help us experience a good and beautiful life. When thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly. I know that this has been a rather lengthy response but I believe these truths are some of the most important we can ever consider. The harvest truly is plenteous, but the laborers are few; pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth laborers into his harvest (Matthew 9:3738). (swaller And they brought unto him a penny. Through Jesus we Now we have the Boldness to enter into the presence of almighty God, not of our selves but because of our beautiful gracious Savior and what he has already done for us can we approach Him.. this is a new and living way! Not just observers of the divine nature or just copiers of the divine nature but PARTAKERS! But there's a much easier way, consider these passages: "The most important one," answered Jesus, "is this: 'Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Friends if you're reading this I encourage you to go up the page and read Swaller/Gabriel's response to Audrey. O Lord, do not put me to shame! now we can draw near in full assurance in what Jesus has already done for each of us We didnt do it but He did!! You may want to add to the "forty nine commandments" And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloak also. No! And as you say, the idea of Christ doing His work in and through us is seen in the word "make (you free). And he answered and said unto them, Have ye not read, that he which made them at the beginning made them male and female, and said, For this cause shall a man leave father and mother, and shall cleave to his wife: and they twain shall be one flesh? It not by striving or trying but rather abiding in the Vine. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost (Matthew 28:19). Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour. I think the only difference is that the key is tangible and keeper of the commandments is intangible. And he who loves Me will be When instead of focusing on all the things in my life that were wrong I instead began to simply keep God's Word by meditating upon it a miraculous thing happened the wrong things in my life began to change not by me focusing on the things but rather by me simply dwelling upon the Word of God. To love the Lord with all of our heart, soul, and mind. This was good. For example, do I keep my ears open to the daily "news"? I want to share with you a truth that God has been and is teaching me that has revolutionized my walk with the Lord and totally changed the way that I view the Christian life. 28 indicates that we are to MAKE disciples. Thank you. Mk 9.50 D G 123 Go and tell him privately. till seven times? So the question is - do I allow the worries of this world to distract my attention to Christ? It's beyond entertainment or mere information, it's designed to get and keep our attention and those who claim Christ as Lord must adjust our priorities and who we listen to. There have been things in my life that I was helpless to change, things that I knew were wrong and yet could not muster up enough strength in myself to change the things and by focusing on trying to change the things instead of getting free from them I was probably just getting further wrapped up in them. Love God above all else. God does not call us to just strive in our flesh to be like Him nor does He just give us power and then we take that power and overcome the sin in our lives. First Commandment: Jesus affirmed that we are to worship only God (Matthew 4:10; Luke 4:8). Does this mean I don't love my Lord enough? Appearing in both Exodus (Exodus 20:2-17) and Deuteronomy (Deuteronomy 5:6-21), the commandments are numbered differently depending on whether they . 120 Receive one such little child in my name. What therefore God hath joined together, let not man put asunder (Matthew 19:46). The verse " If ye love me, keep my commandments." . Ive been on this journey seeking Chirst and his truth for three years now. Thank you Swaller/Gabriel for the response about Christ living THROUGH us, keeping, or OBSERVING and MEDITATING ON His commands, and God's calling us and DOING it for us through Christ's resurrection in our dead bodies. And he said to him, "You have given the right answer; do this, and you will live.". I don't get it at allif we are to be perfect and can be in our Lord, why aren't we? If you have trusted in Christ as your Savior you have died in Christ not physically but spiritually and so have I. The word I want to look at the definition of is "keep". "Thank you for commenting on our website. 5 You shall not bow down to them or worship them; for I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God, punishing the children for the sin of the parents to the third and fourth generation of those who hate me, 6 but showing Praise God that He does not just call us to this life He also does it through us. God Bless! 34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. Keep my commandmentsJohn 14:15 47. So this book is presented in two levels. Jesus Christ, Second Comforter. ), but so to conduct himself in every way as to prevent the name of God from being dishonored by non-Israelites. In Christ we have been resurrected and it is no longer us who lives any more but Christ who lives in us. The two great commandments that Jesus gave us are: "The first is this: Hear, O Israel! God was not looking to improve me or make me a better person but rather He was wanting me to receive the reality of my death with Him that He might bring forth the glorious resurrection life of His Son through me. The Holy Spirit is our teacher and our guide, I will not be able to fulfill Jesus Commandments at all times because I am still in the flesh but with the Spirits help He will make me more like Jesus. We have been made partakers of the divine nature in Christ Jesus. How can I "engraft" God's Word into my life? Ye shall know them by their fruits. . 14 For by one offering he hath perfected for ever them that are sanctified. Do not worship any other god than the one true God. Therefore the cross had to deal with more then just the sinful things I have done it also had to deal with me and my arrogant self that thought I could do so much for God in my own strength. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. God bless you both. I agonize over this. I believe we find the glorious answer in Colossians 1:26-27: "Even the mystery which hath been hid from ages and from generations, but now is made manifest to his saints: To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory:" What a wondrous, glorious reality that the secret of the Christian life is Christ IN us living the Christian life through us! The Ten Commandments of Grace. I expect this will continue until the day we are absent from the body and we shed our sinful nature. Mt 18.17 D G This is the first and great commandment. It has with it the idea that you are keeping the commandments before your face, you are thinking about them, you are meditating upon them. He covers us when we fail, because we all fail, daily. They are great markers to see if we are walking in His ways and they are great teachings, but should not be listed in your list as the actual commands of Jesus. I am very grateful that the Holy Spirit led me to this page today. Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh (Matthew 24:4244). Do men gather grapes of thorns, or figs of thistles? (Matthew 7:1516). I love these also.. When asked what the greatest commandment is, the Christian New Testament depicts Jesus answering: "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind," before adding: "You shall love your neighbor as yourself. There is no other commandment greater than these. However, that doesn't mean we are not supposed to strive to be as much like Christ as possible. I found this page while having my morning scripture reading and meditation. He saith unto him, Which? Friday, May 1, 2015 Please continue this ministry. I think of the apostle Paul and his Spirit-inspired writing in Romans 7 where he talks of the struggle he obviously had between his flesh and his desire to do good and says in verse 24, "O wretched man that I am". When we start throwing rules and regulations and shalt nots out at non believers or new believers, they run for the hills and/or live in total self condemnation, never knowing the true love and peace that is theirs just for the asking, not for the earning. I feel that peraon did that and through the author I believe you gave a very Holy Spirit driven answer. The branch does not bear fruit by striving or trying but rather by simply resting in the vine and having the life of the vine flow through us. Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away (Matthew 5:3842).Go to episodes, But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you; that ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust. We read in Galatians 2:20 "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me." Yet, the next phrases of Jesus might overwhelm anyone the first time one hears . "Be perfect!" Jesus summarizes, "Just as your Heavenly Father is perfect". And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbour as yourself.' ( Matthew 22:37-40, Mark 12:28-34, Luke 10:25-28) #2 The Golden Rule (See Luke 19:27.) 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