[Today: Deuteronomy 22]: Old Testament Standard or New Testament Example? In this chapter, we find instructions regarding our obligations toward our neighbor, our brother, and even our close relationships, such as in marriage. Indifference is never sanctioned by scripture, although religious culture, even in Christianity, often justifies abuse and misuse of those who offend us. We must contrast the Old Testament Standards with the New Testament Example of Christ. In this chapter, various statutes are covered, addressing community responsibility and relationship issues. Many of these laws are not incumbent upon the believer today but at the same time speak to us more deeply about our relationship with God and spiritual principles of who Jesus is to us and our place in the Kingdom of God.
