"You have heard that it was said in old times: You shall not murder," Matthew 5:21.
Jesus goes on to remind that whoever murders becomes liable to justice. But then, Jesus reveals that the kingdom of God does not fit such low standards. Not at all. Jesus says whoever is angry with a brother; whoever insults a brother, whoever even says, You moron! - this one is liable to justice, to the courts, to fiery hell. The sky kingdom demands reconciliation with God and healthy restoration of relationship with each other. New covenant.
We visit with a brother or sister today drawn into relationship with God. And restored in faithful union with Christ we praise our Father.
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