Matthew 5:17-20: Fulfilled (5-17-26)

Did Jesus come to throw out the Old Testament? Some people think so. But in Matthew 5:17–20, Jesus sets the record straight — and what he says might surprise you. In this sermon from our series on the Sermon on the Mount, Pastor Brad explores one of the most misunderstood passages in all of Scripture. Jesus didn't come to tear down God's law. He came to fulfill it. And the righteousness he requires goes far deeper than anything we can manufacture on our own. In this message we cover: What Jesus meant when he said he came to "fulfill" the Law and the Prophets Why the Old Testament still matters for Christians today The difference between judicial, ceremonial, and moral law — and which one still binds us Why the Pharisees' righteousness wasn't enough — and why ours isn't either The gospel hope of Matthew 5: Jesus meets the standard we never could Whether you're new to faith or have been following Jesus for years, this message will deepen your understanding of the Bible, the gospel, and what it means to live as God's people. 📖 Scripture: Matthew 5:17–20 (NIV) 📍 Part of our ongoing series on the Sermon on the Mount