Matthew 5:31 - 5:32

Gospel of MatthewSteve Gregg
In this lesson on Matthew 5:31-32, Steve Gregg discusses the importance of honesty and fulfilling promises to God. He emphasizes the seriousness of the marriage commitment as stated in Matthew 19:9 and advises against using adultery as a justification for divorce and remarriage. While acknowledging the difficulties of marriage, he encourages people to stay committed to their vows and seek to fulfill their promises to God.
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Matthew 5:34 - 5:37
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In Matthew 5:34 - 5:37, Jesus teaches about righteousness and the law. He gives two illustrations of the law showing concern for justice, specifically
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Matthew 5:38 - 5:42
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In this segment, Steve Gregg discusses Matthew 5:38-42, where Jesus provides examples of how the law applies to his disciples. Jesus explains how just
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Matthew 5:21 - 5:30 (Part 2)
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In this continuation of his studies on Matthew 5:21-30, Steve Gregg emphasizes the importance of following Jesus' teachings rather than relying solely
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