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Christ and the Law, Overview (Part 1)

The Life and Teachings of Christ
The Life and Teachings of ChristSteve Gregg

In this talk, Steve Gregg discusses Jesus' teachings on the law and how they relate to love and spirituality. Gregg emphasizes that Jesus was not simply concerned with outward conformity to the law, but with its spiritual essence. He cautions against legalism and the danger of applying Jesus' commands inflexibly without considering mitigating circumstances. Gregg emphasizes that Jesus fulfilled the law and the prophets by teaching about the importance of love, justice, mercy, and faithfulness.

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