Grace Covenant Church - Chantilly Jesus, The Fulfillment
Sep 10, 2025
Explore a childhood memory of fear and trust within family dynamics. Discover how Jesus fulfills the law and elevates moral expectations to encourage deeper righteousness. Understand the transformative impact of his embodiment of righteousness, contrasting human failures with the salvation he offers. Delve into the importance of inner transformation over mere actions for true faith. Finally, embrace themes of personal purity while navigating struggles with lust and anger, setting boundaries for healthier relationships.
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Mom Aimed At The Wrong Intruder
- The speaker recounts his mother pointing a shotgun at a shadow at the window, only to discover it was his father climbing in because he forgot keys.
- This story frames Jesus entering hearts unexpectedly to disarm and bring peace.
Fulfillment Not Abolition
- Jesus declares he did not come to abolish the law or prophets but to fulfill them.
- Fulfillment means completion: every promise and symbol finds its climax in Jesus.
Jesus As The Law's Completion
- Jesus embodies the law by living perfectly and supplying imputed righteousness to us.
- Where Israel and we fail, Jesus succeeds and grants his righteousness to believers.