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Author Topic:   Did the coming of Jesus render the Law of the old testament null and void
LexM1985
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Message 1 of 4 (665427)
06-13-2012 12:24 PM


Edited
(New topic proposal for bible study)
I wasn't entirely sure how to phrase the subject, but I'll explain what I mean:
I hear time and again from Christians that because of Jesus' coming, crucifixion, and resurrection all Christians are exempt from the Law of the old Testament. "The coming of Jesus changed everything!" This claim often comes up when the topic is raised about the contentious codes of Leviticus- stoning unruly children, slavery, eating shellfish, wearing clothes with multiple fibers, etc. I've looked into the bible (at the passages I was directed to by Christians) to find any explicit passages that demonstrate that Jesus' coming made the old Law null and void, but all I found was a passage related specifically to animal sacrifices. It's also alleged that Jesus himself broke some of these laws which I guess could give credence to the claim.
I don't really think there is a definitive right or wrong answer to this one despite the fact many people clearly think there is. The bible is riddled with so many inconsistencies and contradictions that it can be used to support virtually anything. If I where to make a case that the Old Testament Law still applied I'd cite John 14:15 in which Jesus says "If you love Me, keep My commandments."
or
Matthew 5:17, 5:18 in which Jesus says, "Do not think that I came to destroy the Law or the Prophets. I did not come to destroy but to fulfill"
It goes on to say that the Jewish law will not change until Heaven and Earth cease to exist
Also, I believe that Psalm 19 asserts that Mosaic law is perfect. It is also deemed infallible on several other occasions in the Old Testament.
I'm fairly new to theology and I want to hear other and alternate positions than the usual Christian one.
Edited by LexM1985, : No reason given.

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Message 2 of 4 (665483)
06-13-2012 10:17 PM
Reply to: Message 1 by LexM1985
06-13-2012 12:24 PM


Needs Position
This is a debate forum.
You have presented a question as the title. Now you need to present your position to that question.
Did the coming of Jesus render the Law of the OT null and void?
Provide scripture when referenced and reasoned argumentation that supports your position.
What you've provided so far is your reasoning for asking the question. Now you need to take a position and support it.
Respond to this post with your revised opening post.
Thanks
AdminPD

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LexM1985
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06-15-2012 2:44 PM
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06-13-2012 10:17 PM


Re: Needs Position
instead of replying with a new message I edited my original

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06-16-2012 7:59 AM
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06-15-2012 2:44 PM


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