Matthew 5:27-28: Adultery and Lust
1/12/24
Matthew 5:27-28: Adultery and lust
According to Jesus, how does viewing women as objects impact their dignity and community relationships?
Does the prohibition on lust necessitate modesty in our dress and behaviour?
Matthew 5:29-30_Eye and hand mutilation
Why does Jesus talk about the hand and the eye if sin, in this case lust, is a heart attitude?
How does Jesus use metaphorical language to emphasize the importance of addressing destructive habits, and what is the significance of the term gehenna in this context?
What actions does Jesus suggest his followers take to cultivate right relationships and respect for others as images of God?
Matthew 5:31-32_Divorce
See also Matthew 19:1-12 where Jesus explains further his teaching on divorce.
How does Jesus' response to the Pharisees in Matthew 19 redefine the understanding of marriage and divorce according to biblical teachings?
What does Jesus identify as the only legitimate reason for divorce, and how does this reflect his broader teaching on marriage and human relationships?