The Sabbath
What is the Sabbath? When is it? Does it still apply to Christians today?
Let’s talk about it.
Key Takeaways
The Sabbath is a day of rest that God modeled for us and commanded us to observe.
The Sabbath is tied to the created order and the covenant between God and Israel.
The Sabbath is a day of worship and a time to turn our attention to the Lord.
There are different perspectives on whether the Sabbath is still binding for Christians. The Sabbath is a topic of debate among Christians, with different perspectives on its applicability and observance.
The conversation highlights the importance of understanding the context and interpretation of biblical passages related to the Sabbath. The Sabbath is a gift from God and should be kept in its proper context, but it is not a requirement for salvation.
Living in the rest of God means living every day in a way that reflects a restful and obedient relationship with Him.
The argument that Jesus was raised on Saturday instead of Sunday does not hold merit, as the resurrection day is recognized as Sunday.
The Lord's Day refers to Sunday, which is recognized as the day of worship for Christians.
The Sabbath rest in the Old Testament focused on rest for the body, while the New Testament emphasizes rest for the soul through faith in Christ.
While not observing the Sabbath is not a sin, it is important to take regular rest and care for one's physical and spiritual well-being.