Love Behind The Law

Have you ever felt like faith was just a list of rules you were trying not to break? In this message, Pastor Russ reframes the Ten Commandments not as behavior modification, but as covenant language from a God who rescues before He instructs. Through Scripture, he shows how God’s commands reveal His heart, protect relationship, and point us toward hope even in the middle of pain. If you’ve been carrying shame, pressure, or comparison, this message is an invitation to see God’s covenant love with fresh eyes. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome and Opening 01:31 - Why Ten Matters 02:33 - First Mention in Eden 05:25 - Testing the Number Ten 07:02 - Rules or Covenant? 11:49 - Grace Comes First 16:17 - God’s Heart Revealed 24:01 - Rest for the Redeemed 38:02 - The Trap of Comparison 48:05 - Hope in the Pain Scripture References: Genesis 2, v10–13 Exodus 3, v14 Exodus 20, v1–17 Psalm 22, v1 Psalm 56, v8 Proverbs 18, v24 Matthew 20, v1–16 Luke 12, v7 Luke 23, v39–43 John 2, v1–11 John 8, v44 John 14, v6 John 19, v34 James 1, v17 1 John 5, v6–8 City Church is a vibrant community of Christ followers meeting in the heart of Surprise, Arizona. Our vision is to influence every person we encounter towards Christ's Kingdom, bridging generations and cultures with love and truth. To learn more about us, visit our website: https://citychurchaz.com/ Stay connected with us on Facebook:   / citychurchaz   Follow us on Instagram:   / citychurchaz   If you feel led to support the ministry of City Church, we invite you to give online at https://citychurchaz.com/. Your generosity helps us impact lives and make a difference in our community. If you enjoy today's sermon, make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel for more inspiring content and stay up to date with our latest messages:    / @citychurchaz   Join us as we dive into God's Word, encounter His presence, and discover how His love can transform our lives. Get ready for a powerful message that will encourage and equip you on your faith journey! #CityChurchSurprise #SundayService #Sermon #OnlineWorship #ChurchCommunity