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Eye for Eye, Tooth for Tooth

Eye for Eye, Tooth for Tooth (Matthew 5:38-42)
In this weekend’s broadcast of Words of Grace, Pastor Benjamin Winslett explores Jesus’ powerful teachings on forgiveness and charity from the Sermon on the Mount. What does it truly mean to turn the other cheek, go the extra mile, and give to those who ask? These verses confront our natural instincts for retaliation and call us to reflect the gracious heart of Christ—even in difficult circumstances.

As we unpack these commands, we’re reminded that Jesus not only taught these truths but perfectly lived them. He didn’t resist evil, but willingly endured the cross for us. This message calls us not only to strive for personal obedience but to rest in the righteousness of the One who fulfilled the law on our behalf.

Radio broadcast for June 22, 2025. Continue reading “Eye for Eye, Tooth for Tooth”

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A Deeper Understanding of God’s Law

In this week’s episode of Words of Grace, Pastor Ben Winslett brings a powerful message from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, focusing on Matthew 5:21–48. Many people misread this passage as Jesus opposing the Law of Moses, but as you’ll hear today, Christ wasn’t criticizing the law—He was explaining it more deeply. This message unpacks the spirit behind the commandments: issues of the heart like anger, lust, vengeance, and hypocrisy. You’ll see how these teachings expose both God’s holiness and our need for grace. Thankfully, Christ not only taught the law—He fulfilled it in full, then bore its penalty for His people.

This message is part of our ongoing series through the Sermon on the Mount. Be encouraged today by the truth that while God’s standard is perfection, Jesus Christ has fulfilled it on behalf of His people.

Radio broadcast for May 25, 2025. Continue reading “A Deeper Understanding of God’s Law”

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The Fulfilled Law

In today’s edition of Words of Grace, Pastor Ben Winslett returns to the Sermon on the Mount with a powerful message from Matthew 5:17-20, titled “The Fulfilled Law.” Many sincere Christians wrestle with the role of the Old Testament law in the New Covenant era. Should we observe dietary laws? Keep Saturday as the Sabbath? Is our righteousness determined by works? Jesus’ words in this passage offer both clarity and comfort.

Far from destroying the law, Jesus fulfilled it—completing its demands perfectly on behalf of His people. Join us as we explore what this means for believers today: freedom from the Mosaic law, true righteousness through Christ, and the liberty that comes from the New Covenant.

Radio Broadcast for May 11, 2025. Continue reading “The Fulfilled Law”