Did Yeshua Teach a New Law? A Look at Torah and the Messiah Let’s start with a simple but profound statement from Yeshua: “If you love Me, keep My commandments.” (John 14:15) At first glance, this seems straightforward—love for Yeshua is demonstrated through obedience. But obedience to what? Some claim Yeshua brought a brand-new law, something separate from the Torah given at Sinai. But if we listen carefully to His own words, we find that’s not the case. “Do not think that I came to abolish the Torah or the Prophets! I did not come to abolish, but to fulfill.” (Matthew 5:17, TLV) The Greek word here for “fulfill” (πληρόω, plēroō ) doesn’t mean “to end” but rather to bring to full expression, to uphold, or to properly teach. In other words, Yeshua wasn’t dismantling the Torah—He was clarifying its true intent. He rebuked those who nullified God’s commandments with their traditions (Mark 7:6-9) and made it clear that the Torah still stands: “Whoever therefore breaks one of the least o...

Are they “Nailed to the Cross” or are they Necessary for Salvation? Actions have consequences. That’s just how life works. And when it comes to the Ten Commandments, they aren’t just some ancient list of rules—they’re the foundation for every good and desirable outcome in life. But here’s the problem: the world has been tricked into thinking that God’s Law is restrictive, outdated, even harsh. Yet Scripture says otherwise: "For this is the love of God, that we keep His commandments: and His commandments are not grievous." (1 John 5:3) Not only are the Ten Commandments still in effect, but they are central to God’s plan for His people. So why do so many dismiss them? And more importantly—why should you take them seriously? A Universe of Law Look around. From the smallest atom to the vast expanse of the cosmos, everything operates according to precise laws. Gravity doesn’t take a day off. The speed of light doesn’t change based on how we feel about it. The laws of physics hold...