Matthew Lesson 14: The Law of Love

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction 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) The interpretation of the Law (Matthew 5:21-48) The law regarding murder (Matthew 5:21-26) The law regarding adultery (Matthew 5:27-30) The law regarding divorce (Matthew 5:31-32) The law regarding vows (Matthew 5:33-37) The law regarding retaliation (Matthew 5:38-42) The law regarding love (Matthew 5:43-47) v. 43: “hate your enemy” “neighbor” (Lev. 19:18; cf. Luke 10:25-37) “love” eros storge philia agape v. 44: “enemies … pray” v. 45: “in order that you may be sons of your Father” “evil and good” v. 46: “reward” “tax gatherers” v. 47 “great” The conclusion (Matthew 5:48) v. 48 “perfect” teleios tamim Conclusion and application