Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life The Lord of the Sabbath
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May 16, 2025 This discussion delves into the radical redefinition of the Sabbath by Jesus, challenging traditional beliefs and emphasizing its true purpose: serving humanity. It contrasts the burdensome nature of religious law with the liberating grace found in Christ. Key themes include the essence of loving one's neighbor, the struggle between humility and pride, and the profound freedom offered through Jesus's finished work. Listeners are prompted to rethink their understanding of faith, rest, and the core message of the gospel.
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Religion vs. Gospel Paradigms
- Religion makes obedience a burden and a means to earn acceptance by God. Christianity offers acceptance by grace first, which then inspires joyful obedience.
Teen's Challenge Loving Neighbor
- A teenage girl struggled to apply loving her neighbor as herself, seeking strict boundaries and details. She found Christianity "ridiculous" because she lacked the emotional security from the gospel's grace.
Enemies United Against Jesus
- Both Pharisees and Herodians, opposing groups, united to kill Jesus, symbolizing religion and politics' shared hostility to the gospel. Both moralism and relativism reject Jesus by demanding self-salvation.