Cornerstone Simi Audio Podcast The Lord of the Sabbath
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Jun 18, 2023 Delve into the importance of the Sabbath as a divine gift for rest and healing. Explore transformative teachings from Jesus that advocate for mercy over rigid rules. Discover how these principles encourage personal reflection on rest and compassion towards others. This conversation prompts thoughtful insights into rejuvenation and the spiritual meaning of taking a break.
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Sabbath as Rest
- The Sabbath, a key identifier for Israelites, involved resting on the seventh day.
- It was a day to stop normal work and rest in a relationship with God.
Work and Rest as Gifts
- Both work and rest are gifts from God for our good and His glory.
- However, as sinful people, we can twist and misuse these gifts, like working selfishly or neglecting rest.
Pharisees' Misuse of Sabbath
- The Pharisees misused the Sabbath, removing its restfulness by focusing on legalistic rules.
- Jesus, as Lord of the Sabbath, restores God's purpose for rest.