Understanding ... Understand - Billy Boyd - Solid Authentic Teaching

Billy Boyd addresses the confusion many christians have with scriptures. In today’s study at Solid Authentic Teaching, we explore a fundamental question: Is the Bible truly difficult to understand, or is the challenge actually in accepting what the words say? We address a common hurdle for many believers—the struggle between lifelong traditions and clear biblical context. Using the example of the Sabbath and the Law of Moses, we examine how the Old Covenant functioned as a contract and why it was superseded by a New Covenant established through Christ’s death. Key themes in this study: The Problem of Belief: Why we often "understand" English but struggle to "believe" the implications of the text. The Law vs. Love: Breaking down the conversation with the rich young ruler and Paul’s struggle with the flesh in Romans 7. The New Covenant: Identifying when the Old Covenant ceased to be binding and what it means to have God's law written on our hearts. The Berean Approach: Why we must examine the scriptures daily to verify the truth, rather than relying on childhood assumptions. If you've ever felt that biblical study is "too deep," join us as we simplify the complex and focus on the power of love as the ultimate fulfillment of the law. Timestamped Chapters 0:00 - Introduction and Opening Prayer 1:23 - Where was Christ Crucified? (The Mount of Olives) 2:45 - Understanding vs. Believing: The Vocabulary of Truth 4:10 - The Sabbath and the Fourth Commandment 5:50 - The Dog Example: How Childhood Training Affects Us 7:45 - Are We Under the Law? Commandments, Statutes, and Judgments 9:15 - The Old Covenant as a Contract 10:30 - Why the Law Was Added: Transgressions and the Seed 12:15 - The Transition: From Law to Love 13:50 - Loving Your Enemies: The Hardest Commandment 16:10 - Paul’s Struggle: The Law of Sin vs. The Law of the Mind 18:45 - Life in the Spirit: No Condemnation in Christ 20:30 - The New Covenant and the Last Supper 22:15 - When the Law is Written on Hearts (The Millennial Reign) 24:00 - Closing: The Berean Mindset and Renewing Your Mind