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What do people mean that NT gospel teachings aren't so necessary to follow? That they're a wrongdoer period? Following them could be essential to our faith. They're the fruit of the indwelling spirit, but it's not about turning from sins.
Anyone who believes we must turn from OT sins as evidence of faith would mean they don't need to follow NT Gospel teachings much.
OT sins are completely covered, but the Gospel teachings are not that covered. NT Gospel teachings are what make faith evident in a person.
It says if we don't obey his commands the truth is not in you. It must mean those commands - the Gospel teachings - to love thy neighbor as thy self.
I agree that being obedient is commanded and important for people intending to follow Jesus. If they aren't following what Jesus says its a valid question to ask if they are following Jesus at all.
Not sure exactly what you meant by gospel teachings not covered.
The teachings in the NT echo those in the OT. The ten commandments are still applicable. "Do not kill", for example. Or bearing false witness (lying).
Romans, James, and other books describe good works is good. Doing good doesn't mean you're trying to earn heaven and bypass grace- that is the number one false assumption some young Christians make- and some just can't seem to assume the opposite that good is bad, and going bad is good. Clever switcharoo by the enemy to convince people of this. As if Jesus in the Bible is teaching us to NOT do what He says, but, nonetheless, this has to be explained quite often. But thankfully, its in the Bible, so people should just read what it says directly. For example: James 2:14
Anyone who believes we must turn from OT sins as evidence of faith would mean they don't need to follow NT Gospel teachings much.
OT sins are completely covered, but the Gospel teachings are not that covered. NT Gospel teachings are what make faith evident in a person.
It says if we don't obey his commands the truth is not in you. It must mean those commands - the Gospel teachings - to love thy neighbor as thy self.
I hope you agree.
I agree that being obedient is commanded and important for people intending to follow Jesus. If they aren't following what Jesus says its a valid question to ask if they are following Jesus at all.
Not sure exactly what you meant by gospel teachings not covered.
The teachings in the NT echo those in the OT. The ten commandments are still applicable. "Do not kill", for example. Or bearing false witness (lying).
Romans, James, and other books describe good works is good. Doing good doesn't mean you're trying to earn heaven and bypass grace- that is the number one false assumption some young Christians make- and some just can't seem to assume the opposite that good is bad, and going bad is good. Clever switcharoo by the enemy to convince people of this. As if Jesus in the Bible is teaching us to NOT do what He says, but, nonetheless, this has to be explained quite often. But thankfully, its in the Bible, so people should just read what it says directly. For example: James 2:14
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