The Pharisees were very particular about obeying Sabbath rules. From their words they made it clear that it was better to suffer infirmity and want than to violate a Sabbath rule. Jesus pointed out that honoring the Sabbath was much more than following a set of rules. Honoring the Sabbath was kept when dependance on God brought healing, satisfied hunger, and freed those in bondage. We in the church today should examine those things which we hold most dear. Are they leading us to a greater dependance upon God or mearing making a good show.
It took me about 11 minutes to read this passage.
Stuart
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Mark 1-3
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3 comments:
Is going to the church a Sabbath? or is it a Sundath? Then when is the Sabbath?
Olga,
In my opinion the Christian Sabbath is every breath.
Of course this is a very short summary for an exceeding long answer.
Very Well Said!
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