The Bible Recap Day 282 (Matthew 12, Mark 3, Luke 6) - Year 6
Oct 9, 2024
Dive into a riveting discussion about Jesus challenging the Pharisees, highlighting compassion over legalism. Explore his nuanced approach to engaging both Gentiles and Jews while keeping his identity under wraps. Uncover the tensions surrounding how Jesus is perceived by family and religious leaders, and the profound redefinition of kinship through faith. Plus, tackle the complex concept of blasphemy and find reassurance in Jesus' unwavering compassion for those struggling spiritually.
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God Over Law
- Jesus taught that while the temple and sacrifice are important, God Himself is more important.
- The law is crucial but secondary to the God who created it.
Old Testament Mercy
- The Egyptian midwives lied to save Israelite babies and were blessed (Exodus 1).
- King Hezekiah allowed an unclean Passover celebration (2 Chronicles 30).
Good Deeds and Sabbath
- Jesus demonstrated that doing good, like healing on the Sabbath, aligns with the law.
- Sabbath's purpose is rest and well-being, not strict inactivity.
