Matthew 5:20-22
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20 You must obey God's commands better than the Pharisees and the teachers of the Law obey them. If you don't, I promise you will never get into the kingdom of heaven.
Anger
21 (A) You know our ancestors were told, “Do not murder” and “A murderer must be brought to trial.” 22 But I promise you if you are angry with someone,[a] you will have to stand trial. If you call someone a fool, you will be taken to court. And if you say that someone is worthless, you will be in danger of the fires of hell.
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- 5.22 someone: In verses 22-24 the Greek text has “brother,” which may refer to people in general or to other followers.
Matthew 5:27-28
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Marriage
27 (A) You know the commandment which says, “Be faithful in marriage.” 28 But I tell you if you look at another woman and want her, you are already unfaithful in your thoughts.
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Matthew 5:33-34
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Promises
33 (A) You know our ancestors were told, “Don't use the Lord's name to make a promise unless you are going to keep it.” 34 (B) But I tell you not to swear by anything when you make a promise! Heaven is God's throne, so don't swear by heaven.
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Matthew 5:37
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37 When you make a promise, say only “Yes” or “No.” Anything else comes from the devil.
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