Love is the Fulfilling of the Law
J. Lyth, D.D. Romans 13:9-10 For this, You shall not commit adultery, You shall not kill, You shall not steal, You shall not bear false witness, You shall not covet… because it — I. TEACHES EVERYTHING. 1. It unfolds the spirit of the law. 2. Strengthens the voice of conscience. 3. Resolves all difficult questions. II. DOES EVERYTHING. 1. Is not contented with the appearance. 2. Does not stop short half-way. 3. Seeks not for reward. III. REWARDS EVERYTHING. 1. The good intention. 2. The secret act. 3. The greatest sacrifice. (J. Lyth, D.D.) Parallel Verses KJV: For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. WEB: For the commandments, "You shall not commit adultery," "You shall not murder," "You shall not steal," "You shall not give false testimony," "You shall not covet," and whatever other commandments there are, are all summed up in this saying, namely, "You shall love your neighbor as yourself."