JESUS DID NOT ABOLISH THE LAW OF COMMANDMENTS ON THE CROSS…
“JESUS DID NOT ABOLISH THE LAW OF COMMANDMENTS ON THE CROSS - EPHESIANS 2:15 GREEK TEXT - EPHESIANS 2:13-16 - ENGLISH TRANSLATION 13 But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off are made near by the blood of Christ. 14 For he is our peace, who has made both one, and has broken down the middle wall of division between us; 15 Having abolished in his flesh the enmity, even the law of commandments contained in ordinances; in order to make in himself of two one new man, so making peace; 16 And that he might reconcile both to God in one body by the cross, having slain the enmity by it: Note: Looking at this scripture by itself, it is easy to see why people misinterpret it to say that Jesus abolished the Ten Commandments on the cross. However, when we rightly divide the word of God, we look for other scriptures to put with it, and when we do that we find these. (Colossians 2:14) Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out o”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The passage explains that Christ reconciles humanity, uniting believers and breaking down divisions, not null the moral law.
In simple terms: Christ unites and heals division.
Key Takeaway
Embrace unity through Christ.
Themes
faith
reconciliation
law
Mood
reflective
spiritual
Type
scriptural
theological
When to use this quote
- church services
- personal study
- interfaith dialogue
Key Concepts
theology
biblical exegesis
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this passage shape your view of law and grace?
- What does true reconciliation look like today?
A Different Perspective
Some view it as nullifying all commandments, which can lead to moral laxity.