Is the Seventh day really the Sabbath
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Is the Seventh Day Truly the Sabbath?
Overview
This article examines the biblical evidence supporting the seventh day as the Sabbath, as ordained by God.Introduction
According to the Bible, the Sabbath was established by God at creation as a testament to His divine work. In Genesis 2:2-3, it is stated: "And on the seventh day God ended His work which He had made; and He rested on the seventh day from all His work which He had made. And God blessed the seventh day and sanctified it." This passage makes it clear that from the beginning, the seventh day was set apart as the Sabbath.The Commandments and the Sabbath
The significance of the seventh day as the Sabbath was later emphasized when God presented the Ten Commandments to Moses on Mount Sinai. The fourth commandment explicitly states in Exodus 20:8-11: "Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days shalt thou labor and do all thy work: But the seventh day is the Sabbath of the LORD thy God..." This confirms that during Moses' time, the Sabbath remained the seventh day. But what about after the crucifixion of Christ?Post-Crucifixion Implications
With Christ's death and resurrection, many Jewish rites and ceremonies were abolished as they were fulfilled in Him. However, Jesus did not suggest altering the Sabbath. In fact, He affirmed in Matthew 5:18: "For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled."Observing the Sabbath
Biblically, the Sabbath starts at sunset on Friday and concludes at sunset on Saturday. Isaiah 58:13-14 advises on observing the Sabbath: "If you turn away your foot from the Sabbath, from doing your pleasure on My holy day...then you shall delight yourself in the Lord..." This means abstaining from work, such as professional duties or laborious activities, while simple tasks like preparing a light meal are acceptable, as Jesus Himself participated in Sabbath meals (see Luke 14:1-6).The Spirit of the Sabbath
The Sabbath is a time to integrate God into all activities. Enjoying nature, for instance, connects us with His creation. It's a day to focus on God’s intentions for us. Acts of kindness, like visiting the sick, are encouraged, as highlighted in Matthew 12:10-12. The Sabbath is also for rest and communal worship, as noted in Leviticus 23:3.Personal Reflection and Prayer
The Sabbath should be viewed as a special day for deep study, reflection, and prayer, fostering a closer relationship with God. It’s a time to contemplate life's significant questions and seek spiritual growth. Thus, the Sabbath can indeed be seen as a delight.All Bible references are from the King James Version.
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