Ten Commandments NT
Explore the Enduring ignificance of the Ten Commandments in the New Testament
Dive into how the Ten Commandments remain vital today, fulfilled through Jesus Christ, and serve as a foundational guide for Christian ethics and spiritual growth.
And.. the true meaning of Grace!
Discover How the Ten Commandments Resonate in the New Testament
đź“ś The Ten Commandments in the New Testament
The Ten Commandments, originally given in Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5, remain deeply relevant in the New Testament—not as a checklist for salvation, but as a reflection of God’s moral character and a guide for holy living.
✝️ Jesus’ Affirmation of the Law
- Matthew 5:17–18 — “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.”
- Jesus emphasized that the commandments are fulfilled through love: “Love the Lord your God… and love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:37–40).
đź“– Commandments Repeated in the New Testament
| Commandment | New Testament Reference |
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| No other gods | Matthew 4:10; Revelation 14:7 |
| No idols | Acts 15:20; 1 Corinthians 6:9–10 |
| Do not misuse God’s name | Matthew 5:33–37; James 5:12 |
| Keep the Sabbath (debated) | Hebrews 4:9; Luke 4:16 (Jesus observed it) |
| Honor your parents | Matthew 15:4; Ephesians 6:1–3 |
| Do not murder | Matthew 19:18; Romans 13:9 |
| Do not commit adultery | Matthew 5:27–28; Romans 13:9 |
| Do not steal | Ephesians 4:28; Romans 13:9 |
| Do not lie | Ephesians 4:25; Revelation 21:8 |
| Do not covet | Romans 7:7; Colossians 3:5 |
Most of the Ten Commandments are explicitly reaffirmed in the New Testament2.
đź’ˇ Moral Law vs. Ceremonial Law
- The ceremonial laws (e.g. sacrifices, dietary rules) were fulfilled in Christ (Colossians 2:16–17).
- The moral law, including the Ten Commandments, continues to guide Christian ethics.
❤️ Love as the Fulfillment
- Romans 13:8–10 — “Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.”
- John 14:15 — “If you love Me, keep My commandments.”
The Ten Commandments aren’t obsolete—they’re transformed through grace and fulfilled in love. They remain a mirror of God’s holiness and a compass for Christian living.
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Fulfillment through Christ
Jesus embodies and completes the commandments, guiding believers toward grace and truth.
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Ethical Guidance
The commandments serve as a timeless moral compass for Christian conduct and decision-making.
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New Testament Affirmations
Scriptural passages confirm and uphold the commandments’ enduring spiritual significance.
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Christian Living
Understanding the commandments empowers believers to live faithfully in accordance with Christ’s teachings.
đź“– Grace and the Law: A Biblical Harmony
Grace doesn’t mean the law is irrelevant. The Bible presents grace and law not as opposites, but as complementary parts of God’s redemptive plan. Let’s look at what Scripture says:
🧠The Law Reveals Sin
- Romans 7:7 — “I had not known sin, but by the law.” The law acts as a mirror, showing us our need for grace.
- Galatians 3:24 — “The law was our schoolmaster to bring us unto Christ, that we might be justified by faith.” The law leads us to grace—it doesn’t replace it.
✝️ Grace Empowers Obedience
- Romans 6:14 — “For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace.” This doesn’t mean lawlessness—it means freedom from sin’s control.
- Romans 3:31 — “Do we then make void the law through faith? God forbid: yea, we establish the law.” Faith and grace affirm the law’s moral truth.
❤️ Love Fulfills the Law
- John 14:15 — “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” Grace doesn’t cancel obedience—it transforms it into love-driven devotion.
- Romans 13:10 — “Love is the fulfilling of the law.” Grace enables believers to live out the law’s intent through love.
🔄 Summary
| Concept | Scriptural Insight |
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| Law reveals sin | Romans 7:7; Galatians 3:24 |
| Grace brings freedom | Romans 6:14; Ephesians 2:8–9 |
| Faith upholds the law | Romans 3:31; Matthew 5:17 |
| Love fulfills the law | John 14:15; Romans 13:10 |
Grace doesn’t erase the law—it writes it on the heart (Hebrews 8:10). It’s not about abandoning God’s commands, but about being empowered to live them out in the Spirit.
Delve into how the Ten Commandments are fulfilled through Christ and their enduring importance for Christian ethics and spiritual growth.
The Law’s Fulfillment
Understand how Jesus fulfills the commandments and what this means for believers today.
Ethical Living
Examine the role of the Ten Commandments as a guide for moral conduct in the New Testament era.
Practical Faith
Learn how the commandments inform daily Christian life and ethical decision-making.
Understanding the Commandments
Discover how the Ten Commandments are reaffirmed and fulfilled in the New Testament through Jesus Christ, guiding Christian life and ethics.
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Step One: Biblical Foundations
Examine the original Ten Commandments and their significance in the Old Testament as the moral foundation for believers.
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Step Two: New Testament Fulfillment
Learn how Jesus fulfills and reaffirms these commandments, emphasizing love as the greatest commandment.
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Step Three: Living the Commandments
Understand practical applications for Christians today, using the commandments as a guide for ethical living.
Discover the Ten Commandments in the New Testament
Dive deeper into how Jesus fulfills these laws and guides Christian living