Understanding the Hard Sayings of Jesus

In this sermon, Pastor Al examines the purpose of the law, drawing the critical distinction between the Old and New Covenants.

He explains that the harsh sayings of Jesus in the gospels should be understood in the context of life under the Old Covenant law.

Pastor Al emphasizes the concept of hopelessness under the Old Covenant law and explains Jesus's harsh sayings.

00:00 Introduction and Pickleball Tournament Experience

00:33 God's Care in Small Things

02:40 The Blessing of the Pickleball Paddle

07:28 Questioning the Concept of Bible Study

12:17 Understanding the Purpose of the Law

12:47 The New Testament and the Law

18:29 The Law and Sin

21:20 Understanding the Law in Galatians 3

21:34 The Analogy of Hagar and Sarah

22:54 The Two Covenants: Hagar and Sarah

24:09 The Purpose of the Law

26:02 The New Covenant: When Did It Start?

28:11 Jesus' Ministry Under the Old Covenant

33:24 The Harsh Teachings of Jesus

34:45 The Impossibility of Keeping the Law

40:21 The Rich Young Ruler: A Case Study

41:52 Conclusion: Hopelessness Under the Old Covenant