Continue ye in My love." Ye shall know them by their fruits. In John 15 we see that our relationship to the Lord is like that of a branch in a vine. Remember in Christ we died and this is good news because someone who is dead is free from sin. 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. do not even the publicans so? As I have loved you, so you must love one another. My soul cleaves to the dust; [not God] The Savior summarized the Ten Commandments in two principleslove for the Lord and love for our fellow men: "Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. 15:5 if your parents turned a profit on you say, it is a gift, I feel that peraon did that and through the author I believe you gave a very Holy Spirit driven answer. Matthew Henry sums up the question of which is the great commandment: It was a question disputed among the critics in the Law. As we keep the commandments through meditating upon them obedience flows out as a natural fruit but if we just strive to obey the commandments in the power of the flesh we will end up in hopeless despair. But when thou makest a feast, call the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind: and thou shalt be blessed; for they cannot recompense thee: for thou shalt be recompensed at the resurrection of the just (Luke 14:1214). How is this Christian life we are indeed called to live even possible? Very good piece and highly revealing. In 1 Peter 1:4 we read: "Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust." And the second is like it: 'You shall love your neighbor as yourself.' On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets." Matthew 22:35-40 In Exodus 20.1-17, God speaks these words after the people of Israel have consecrated themselves at Mount Sinai. Fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell (Matthew 10:28). In 1 Thessalonians chapter 5. Condition: Used Used. Receive God's powerLuke 24:49 The Ten Commandments were known and obeyed by faithful people before the law was given at Sinai. Therefore, His Commands are not hard, as He said, "My Yoke is easy and My burden is light". It not by striving or trying but rather abiding in the Vine. Isaiah prophesied of Jesus, "He will exalt the law and make it honorable" (Isaiah 42:21). Love from Him to you all. . Jesus said ask seek and knock. Second Commandment: James and Paul confirmed that we are not to worship idols (Acts 15:20; 1 Corinthians 6:9-10). Your answers to Audreys heart tugging struggle were a blessing. Love God above all else. 5. In the Gospel of Mark, the Shema is included: One of the scribes came near and heard them disputing with one another, and seeing that he answered them well, he asked him, "Which commandment is the first of all?" Now my hope is not in my best efforts to be a good Christian but rather my hope is set on my resurrected Lord who lives inside of me. . Remember: "For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure.". The core teachings of Jesus summarized here focuses on the instructions of Jesus while He was on earth. Make and baptize disciplesMatthew 28:19 49. I have struggled and I mean struggled with areas in my life but I've tried so hard to do the right thing but always failed miserably. As we meditate on the Word it comes in and changes us from the inside out. Keep my commandmentsJohn 14:15 47. I know understand the pray constantly os to meditate on the commandments within that With Chirst living through me and the power of God that dwelleths within me that I can be a keeper of the commandments. It's interesting that all of Jesus's commandments are found in the books of Moses or are based on them. Does this mean I don't love my Lord enough? Jesus taught that loving God and neighbor constituted the whole Law and he reiterated it here by saying: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets (Matthew 7:12). And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high (Luke 24:49). 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). Jesus Christ, Second Comforter. Just take a peek at verses 25-32: Second, the interpretations of Jesus are given to explain the meaning of each commandment. I landed here because I was going through websites wanting to understand how other people understand what is the commandments of Christ Jesus to his servants. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations . Ive been on this journey seeking Chirst and his truth for three years now. Praise God that He does not just call us to this life He also does it through us. Well, all of this is true. What does it mean to meditate on God's Word? Based on these verses, I believe the primary "commandments" we are to keep are: #1. Friends please don't think you have to "try harder" but rather "strive to enter His rest". Please continue this ministry. 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. Abide in Jesus' love "Just as the Father has loved Me, I have also loved you; abide in My love, " ( John 15:9 ). 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). 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!! 46. I was taught that Christ Jesus died as payment for my sinsins in my past, present and in the future. 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. I am really glad to have come across this information today. Read reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Is there really any hope for me??? Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. swaller/Gabriel. We have added perspective to God's rules today. I pray this helps. Then said he also to him that bade him, When thou makest a dinner or a supper, call not thy friends, nor thy brethren, neither thy kinsmen, nor thy rich neighbors; lest they also bid thee again, and a recompense be made thee. I can not remove my sinful nature from me and stop sinning altogether. 28 indicates that we are to MAKE disciples. Almost all popular media depicts life lived without - or even in direct defiance of - God. He knows we will never be able to accomplish this complete list, even through Him. Some still teach a lot of "works" to either save or keep you saved, but Jesus Commands are summed up in love of God and man. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind and with all your strength." "The second is this: You shall love your neighbor as yourself." It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer . In the parable of the sower, when seed was sown on different types of soil, the fruit was choked out and was not produced because the soil had weeds which Jesus defined as "the worries of this world, the deceitfulness of riches and the desire for other things." 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. I have seen that my striving and trying to be like Christ in my own strength simply leads to me failing more. I am encouraged to follow Jesus commandment's. It so clear to me now. God tells us no man is sinless, so practice repentance, pray God helps you stay strong and creates in you a heart to live for Him in Jesus name. They understand that these basic guidelines form a strong foundation for society as well as for one's personal . What does it mean to meditate on God's Word? "And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. lxxxii. Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother. 9. I have been tourting myself with this question that I have no answer to. As they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and broke it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body. I can tell this pondered you as well and caused you to meditate on the word and research the orgins of the words. Adam Clarke, in his Commentary on the Bible, wrote: This is the first and great commandment. Gabriel you are such a blessing and pray that your life will be and has been so very blessed in the way your words showed all of us the right approach and understanding of "following in Jesus's footsteps" and living a Godly life. Where is the joy and peace in trying to be perfect in everything and messing up continually? And he saith unto them, Whose is this image and superscription? 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). Without the reality of Christ in us this Christian life does not even make sense! Those words are an elucidation of the two great commands. I am so thankful that someone had the guts to state how difficult it can seem to do all the commandments. 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. Hi! Great list! This is the only way the Christian life is possible. Whosoever will be great among you, let him be your minister; and whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant: even as the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many (Matthew 20:2628). "Thank you for commenting on our website. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets." I never totally have peace about thisnever do I believe or can I accept that I'm being faithful because I know I fall short, and I know I'll never obey perfectly. ~John 15:12. . . 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. For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. And if any man will sue thee at the law, and take away thy coat, let him have thy cloak also. "This is the first and great commandment. Hear, O Israel: The Lord is our God, the Lord alone. Its encouraging to know that things that are impossible for man are possible with God. If you are now a keeper of the commandments and which means where ever you go and in whatever you do that thing you are keeping becomes apart you and the more you keep it the more other will recognize you by what you are keeping and you will recognize what you are a keeper of the commandments. Hi. The second passage is considered to be a form of the Golden Rule.[9]. He saith unto him, Feed my sheep (John 21:1516). Well-done . What do you read there?" When thou doest thine alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth: that thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly. 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." He sends us His Holy Spirit for good reason! 3. And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brothers eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? (Matthew 7:13).Go to episodes, Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you (Matthew 7:6).Go to episodes, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you: for every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened (Matthew 7:78).Go to episodes. 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". One last point that is really important. Revive me according to Your word. It is quite a list! Its why Jesus was sent, its grace that covers you, not the law or your sins. I think the only difference is that the key is tangible and keeper of the commandments is intangible. Here we find that Christ came not to abolish the law, but to "magnify" it (KJV). We have been made partakers of the divine nature in Christ Jesus. [a] 5 You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your might. Following is a collection of 49 of Jesus commands. 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. A few aspects of meditating on the Word are repeating the verse over and over, emphasizing different words of the verse, picturing the verse and personalizing the verse. We become responsible for what WE hear - or read. Watch therefore: for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come. Where is hope then? xliii. 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