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NASB | Ephesians 2:15 by abolishing in His flesh the enmity, which is the Law of commandments contained in ordinances, so that in Himself He might make the two into one new man, thus establishing peace, |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | Ephesians 2:15 by abolishing in His [own crucified] flesh the hostility caused by the Law with its commandments contained in ordinances [which He satisfied]; so that in Himself He might make the two into one new man, thereby establishing peace. |
Subject: Is the Law abolished or not? |
Bible Note: Dear Ray, Thanks for your answer(s). The sermon on the mount sure did make it more difficult. The Law said "Don't commit adultery." Jesus said "Don't even lust." The Law said, "Don't kill." Jesus said, "Don't even hate." The New Testament commands bury me even quicker than the Law does. "Love God with all your heart, soul, and mind. Love your neighbor as yourself" "Be as perfect as your heavenly Father." Who can possibly keep these commands 24-7? We can try, but does trying cut it? I don't see anywhere where Jesus said, "Try! God will accept your best effort." He commanded, "Do! The Father demands perfection." James says something similar in James 2:10. I like what you said about seeking HIS righteousness instead of our own. An interesting challenge indeed. Thanks. McGracer |