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Andrew's message, "Oaths, Retaliation, and Love of Enemy," unpacks Jesus's call to a "good and different" kingdom life. He explains that Jesus demands radical integrity, where a simple "yes" or "no" suffices, eliminating manipulative oaths. Instead of "an eye for an eye," Jesus advocates breaking cycles of violence through creative, non-violent responses like turning the other cheek. He also stresses the importance of self-protection and seeking justice while simultaneously calling us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us, mirroring God's impartial love. This costly, compassionate action aims to change hearts and embodies a truly transformed life.

Matthew 5:33-48, Mark 7

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Grant's message, "Murder, Adultery, and Divorce," explores Jesus's teaching that these sins originate in the heart, not just external actions. He asserts that anger and contempt are like murder, and lustful thoughts are adultery, emphasizing the sacredness of human life and marital covenants. The message calls for self-examination, urging listeners to replace hate, lust, and betrayal with love, forgiveness, and reconciliation, thereby reflecting God's image and cultivating a pure heart in all relationships.

Mark 7:18-23, Matthew 5:21-32, Genesis 1:26-27, Matthew 19:6, Malachi 2:16

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Grant's message, "Jesus Fulfilled the Law," highlights that followers of Jesus are called to be salt and light in the world, preserving goodness and shining brightly in contrast to societal decay. He explains that while the Old Testament law, with its 613 rules, revealed God's call to holiness, it also demonstrated humanity's inability to achieve perfection. Jesus, through his life and sacrifice, fulfilled the law's demands, offering true holiness and righteousness not through our works, but through faith in him. This liberates believers from the curse of trying to earn salvation, allowing them to live out God's perfect standard through Christ's righteousness.

Matthew 5:13-21, Isaiah 42:1-4, Mark 7, Leviticus 11, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Galatians 3:23-29, Galatians 3:10-14