John 7:21-24~Another Perspective
21Jesus answered and said to them, “One work I did, and are amazed! 22For this reason Moses has given circumcision-not that it is from Moses, but from the fathers-and on a Sabbath circumcise a man. 23If a man receives circumcision on a Sabbath so that the Law of Moses is not broken, are very angry with Me that I made a man well on a Sabbath? 24Stopjudging according to appearance, but be judging the righteous judgment.”
Good Day Child of God! "Father Your Will Be Done!" The verses above are liken to Jesus saying, "Allow Me to repeat Myself! Can you not understand a thing I say?" Truly Jesus is upset, and will continue to be, at least for awhile, as we continue in John's Gospel.
Last Study we discussed the Ten Commandments. I have seen Studies taken for granted or maybe it should be said that there is a certain ambivalence toward the subject of the Law and the Ten Commandments. That is because of how misguided the teachings have been concerning the reason for them. We are not going to let go of them just yet, as Jesus is not letting go in our reading in this Study.
Today's easy lesson: The more we delve into the Gospel of John, the more it is obvious that the Apostle John seems to be much more in tune with the teaching of Jesus than any of the other Apostles with the exception of the Apostle Paul. I guess two out thirteen isn't bad. It's disgusting.
Let's do this again but more to the point and more simply. There are two ways to look at the Law; The Ten Commandments, and some of Moses Law. One is that obedience to them is the only way to heaven, and of course, none of us can obey them so we have come up with remedies such as certain sacrifices, confession which also is taught poorly and for the wrong reasons. Do you recall what the words are to explain this view of the Law? Yes! The Rule of Law. It is meant to keep harmony within the community and a sense of peace and control as well. You break the Law, you pay a price. Those that look at the Law in terms of religion always say the same thing: "They are not the Ten Suggestions!" Usually raising their voice to a fever pitch as the words are uttered. Those that live by the Law, die by the Law, for it says the Law cannot save you. (Read Romans 8:3-11 or Google Can the Law Save Me)
On the one hand then we have strict unhappy group of people that try to live a perfect life of obedience and works, which in some cases is the same thing. On the other hand we have Jesus explaining it is NOT THE RULE OF LAW THAT WAS THE INTENTION OF THE LAW. It was the intention of the Law to allow people to see that wanting to Love each other and show that Love to the Father, Jesus, and find the Way to the Truth and to the Life, it is the INTENT OF THE LAW THROUGH THE SEEKING THE GOODNESS IN LIFE TO ALLOW SPIRITUAL PEOPLE TO LIVE A LIFE OF PEACE, LOVE AND JOY, which also will keep peace and harmony not only in the community, but in each and every individual of the community. Those that scream "The Ten Commandments are not The Ten Suggestions," are right, but not for the reason of obedience, but to learn the reality of living with compassion and caring.
How does this help in your daily walk with the Father? If you see the Father as a God with a big stick in His hand up in Heaven just waiting for you to err, so that He can whack you a good one, you do not understand your Loving Father. People that believe we should all be walking around like little soldiers of God, clean pressed suits, ties straight, sitting strait, fun is singing hymns and attending one Bible Study after another, you miss the loving care of your Father. Jesus got the stick for you. Jesus was the one who walked the straight and narrow and was perfect in His actions. As the saying goes, the Apple does not fall far from the Tree. God being the Tree, and the Apple so perfect was sacrificed so you, as imperfect as you are, can snuggle up to your Daddy and find His unwavering support and continued leading, teaching, and providing for you no matter what you may get yourself into. The intent of the Law is demonstrated in this way. Would you like it any other way? And frankly, the New Testament is rife with one teaching after another speaking of the Father's Love for His Children, not meaning to spoil them, but to teach them to keep Trusting, keep walking and doing the best that they can. Again, He is watching over you and allowing for the peace, love, and joy to fill your being at your request. This to is the Intent of the Law. Have a Grace Day!
Brother Glenn
21Jesus answered and said to them, “One work I did, and are amazed! 22For this reason Moses has given circumcision-not that it is from Moses, but from the fathers-and on a Sabbath circumcise a man. 23If a man receives circumcision on a Sabbath so that the Law of Moses is not broken, are very angry with Me that I made a man well on a Sabbath? 24Stopjudging according to appearance, but be judging the righteous judgment.”
Good Day Child of God! "Father Your Will Be Done!" The verses above are liken to Jesus saying, "Allow Me to repeat Myself! Can you not understand a thing I say?" Truly Jesus is upset, and will continue to be, at least for awhile, as we continue in John's Gospel.
Last Study we discussed the Ten Commandments. I have seen Studies taken for granted or maybe it should be said that there is a certain ambivalence toward the subject of the Law and the Ten Commandments. That is because of how misguided the teachings have been concerning the reason for them. We are not going to let go of them just yet, as Jesus is not letting go in our reading in this Study.
Today's easy lesson: The more we delve into the Gospel of John, the more it is obvious that the Apostle John seems to be much more in tune with the teaching of Jesus than any of the other Apostles with the exception of the Apostle Paul. I guess two out thirteen isn't bad. It's disgusting.
Let's do this again but more to the point and more simply. There are two ways to look at the Law; The Ten Commandments, and some of Moses Law. One is that obedience to them is the only way to heaven, and of course, none of us can obey them so we have come up with remedies such as certain sacrifices, confession which also is taught poorly and for the wrong reasons. Do you recall what the words are to explain this view of the Law? Yes! The Rule of Law. It is meant to keep harmony within the community and a sense of peace and control as well. You break the Law, you pay a price. Those that look at the Law in terms of religion always say the same thing: "They are not the Ten Suggestions!" Usually raising their voice to a fever pitch as the words are uttered. Those that live by the Law, die by the Law, for it says the Law cannot save you. (Read Romans 8:3-11 or Google Can the Law Save Me)
On the one hand then we have strict unhappy group of people that try to live a perfect life of obedience and works, which in some cases is the same thing. On the other hand we have Jesus explaining it is NOT THE RULE OF LAW THAT WAS THE INTENTION OF THE LAW. It was the intention of the Law to allow people to see that wanting to Love each other and show that Love to the Father, Jesus, and find the Way to the Truth and to the Life, it is the INTENT OF THE LAW THROUGH THE SEEKING THE GOODNESS IN LIFE TO ALLOW SPIRITUAL PEOPLE TO LIVE A LIFE OF PEACE, LOVE AND JOY, which also will keep peace and harmony not only in the community, but in each and every individual of the community. Those that scream "The Ten Commandments are not The Ten Suggestions," are right, but not for the reason of obedience, but to learn the reality of living with compassion and caring.
How does this help in your daily walk with the Father? If you see the Father as a God with a big stick in His hand up in Heaven just waiting for you to err, so that He can whack you a good one, you do not understand your Loving Father. People that believe we should all be walking around like little soldiers of God, clean pressed suits, ties straight, sitting strait, fun is singing hymns and attending one Bible Study after another, you miss the loving care of your Father. Jesus got the stick for you. Jesus was the one who walked the straight and narrow and was perfect in His actions. As the saying goes, the Apple does not fall far from the Tree. God being the Tree, and the Apple so perfect was sacrificed so you, as imperfect as you are, can snuggle up to your Daddy and find His unwavering support and continued leading, teaching, and providing for you no matter what you may get yourself into. The intent of the Law is demonstrated in this way. Would you like it any other way? And frankly, the New Testament is rife with one teaching after another speaking of the Father's Love for His Children, not meaning to spoil them, but to teach them to keep Trusting, keep walking and doing the best that they can. Again, He is watching over you and allowing for the peace, love, and joy to fill your being at your request. This to is the Intent of the Law. Have a Grace Day!
Brother Glenn
