Scripture: Romans 3:21-26 Referencing teachings of Andy Stanley

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In Matthew 5, Jesus said...

"Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets.“ (17)

In Matthew 5, Jesus said... "Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets.“ (17) "Anyone who breaks one of the least of these commandments [he’s talking about the Old Testament] and teaches others to do the same will be called least in the kingdom of Heaven.“ (19)

In Matthew 5, Jesus said... "Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets.“ (17) "Anyone who breaks one of the least of these commandments [he’s talking about the Old Testament] and teaches others to do the same will be called least in the kingdom of Heaven.“ (19) I tell you that unless you’re righteousness [right kind of living] surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of Heaven.” (20)

In Matthew 5, Jesus said... "You have heard that it was said to the people long ago ’Do not murder.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment." (21)

In Matthew 5, Jesus said... "You have heard that it was said to the people long ago ’Do not murder.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment." (21) “You’ve heard it said, ’Do not commit adultery.’ But I tell you anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.“ (27-28)

In Matthew 5, Jesus said... "You have heard that it was said to the people long ago ’Do not murder.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment." (21) “You’ve heard it said, ’Do not commit adultery.’ But I tell you anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart.“ (27-28) You have heard that it was said, ’Love your neighbor and hate your enemy,’ but I tell you love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.“ (43)

In John 8, Jesus said... “Teacher, this woman was caught in the act of adultery. In the Law Moses commanded us to stone such women. Now what do you say?”

In John 8, Jesus said... They were using this question as a trap, Jesus said to them, “Let any one of you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” At this, those who heard began to go away one at a time, the older ones first, until only Jesus was left, with the woman still standing there.

In John 8, Jesus said... Jesus straightened up and asked her, “Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?” “No one, sir,” she said. “Then neither do I condemn you,” Jesus declared. “Go now and leave your life of sin.”

In Luke 15, Jesus taught... “The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’

In Luke 15, Jesus taught... “The son said to him, ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.’ “But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.’ So they began to celebrate. (21-24)

In Luke 15, Jesus showed... all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, (23)

In Luke 15, Jesus did... all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, (23) and all are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus. (24)