May 12
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This week Joe discussed the application of the Law in New Testament Christianity. Several passages were used. See emmauscf.org/sermons for a complete list of scriptures used.
Observation
1. Are there any cultural or background issues that are important in understanding the listed passages?
2. What key word(s)/phrase(s) really stand(s) out to you in these passages of scripture? Why are/is they/it important?
3. Which scripture passage did you find most intriguing or interesting? Why?
Interpretation
1. Compare at least 3 of the used passages with at least 3 other Bible versions (NIV, ESV, NASB, NKJV, Ect.) What similarities/differences do you observe? Share with your group.
2. Are there any verbs, commands, prepositions, or conjunctions, that seemed to stand out (if any)? What? Why? Share.
3. Read through at least 2-3 commentaries on the listed passage and share what your learned with your group. Here are some free online resources. (http://net.bible.org) (http://www.blueletterbible.org/) (http://biblia.com)
Application
1. What were the three types of “Laws” discussed in the sermon?
2. Why is the Law still important for believers today?
3. What did Jesus mean when He said “I have not come to abolish the law but to fulfill the law”? Matt 5:17
4. How did the sermon about the Jewish Passover help in your understanding of the Law? Share.
