Scripture: Matthew 5:21-32
Lesson Outline
The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11)The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29)The introduction to the ministry of the King (Matthew 4:12-25)The principles of the King (Matthew 5:1-7:29)The setting (Matthew 5:1-2)The subjects of the kingdom (Matthew 5:3-16)The explanation of genuine righteousness (Matthew 5:17-7:12)The principle of righteousness and the Law (Matthew 5:17-48)The confirmation of the Law (Matthew 5:17-20)(Excursus: Are we under the Ten Commandments?) (see Romans 7:4)
Ceremonial law
Civil law
Moral law (see Romans 7:7)
The interpretation of the Law (Matthew 5:21-48)The law regarding murder (Matthew 5:21-26)The contrast“You have heard that the ancients were told . . . but I say to you . . . .”
The Lord’s interpretation (Matthew 5:21-22)The relationship to worship (Matthew 5:23-24)The relationship to wisdom (Matthew 5:25-26)The law regarding adultery (Matthew 5:27-30)The law regarding divorce (Matthew 5:31-32)Conclusion and application