Laws are given by God for the purpose of structuring society so that all can live rightly and morally. The children of Israel were newly freed and needed to learn how to live as free people within Godly guidelines. The same is true for Christians today. Jesus said all the laws and the...
Good question. When it becomes a priority instead of God and His way of life, then you know you've got a problem. It can be work, a hobby, even a relationship.
This may seem simplistic, but we notice many still don't know the difference between the covenants and how God wants us to live and focus on. We appreciate your sharing.
Not Christian? Perhaps you can sit this one out and see what believers have to share.
@Jeremiah: Best answer so far. But...
Walking in the spirit is following the lead of God the Holy Spirit. Scripture is the inspired word of God written through yielded men led by God the Holy Spirit.
We wonder if you meant "what" instead of "who". God's law is His law of love towards Him, others and self. Jesus said that upon this law hang all the laws and commandments given through the prophets.
Jesus was saying that we need to put Him and the work He has given us to do first, above all else. Following Jesus can cost us material gains, but those pale in comparison with the spiritual blessings. The person who makes those choices and seeks first the Kingdom of God, thus showing God by...