I understand this is no longer necessary now that he has died for all Christians' sins, but at the time of his sermon, he seems to be saying that you must seek forgiveness from your brother before asking God's forgiveness. But what is verse 22 about? (At the time, sacrifices were made on the altar for atonement of sin.)
...that whosoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.
23 Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee;
24 Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift. Matthew 5:22-24
2006-08-15
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