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Ep. 92: The Sabbath: A Day of Creation and Redemption
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Episode Summary:
Welcome to another enlightening episode of the "New Heart" commentary within the "Lifting Us Up in Liberty" program. In this episode, we dive into the significance of the Fourth Commandment found in Exodus 20:8, which instructs us to "remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy."
The episode highlights Jesus' profound words in Mark 2:27-28, emphasizing that the Sabbath was made for humanity's benefit, not as a burden. It underscores Jesus' lordship over the Sabbath, and that Sabbath, in essence, means rest.
Listeners are reminded of the beautiful concept of creation rest, as described in Genesis 2:2-3. God, in His sovereignty, did not rest because He was tired but to pause, reflect, and rejoice in His creation. This creation rest is inherent to the Almighty.
The episode distinguishes between creation rest and covenant rest. While creation rest pertains to God Almighty, covenant rest was a special gift to the nation of Israel. The Jews were given the seventh day, Saturday, as their day of rest, which became a sign of the covenant between God and the Children of Israel, as seen in Exodus 31:13.
However, over time, the Sabbath became a burden for the Jews due to human additions and interpretations. Jesus, in Matthew 15:6, pointed out how traditions had nullified the word of God. He quoted Isaiah 29:13-14 to highlight the importance of genuine worship from the heart.
The episode then shifts to the concept of Calvary rest, which signifies the fulfillment of the Sabbath day for believers. Jesus completed the work of redemption on the cross, and in Matthew 11:28, He invites all who labor to find rest in Him.
Sunday, the first day of the week, holds special significance in Christianity, as it marks the day of Jesus' resurrection. The episode references Mark 16:9, John 20:19-21, and Revelation 1:10, which collectively establish Sunday as the Lord's Day. It encourages listeners to keep the Lord's Day holy and attend church regularly to experience the liberty that Jesus has bestowed upon believers.
In conclusion, this episode explores the profound meaning of the Sabbath, its evolution from creation to redemption, and the freedom and rest that believers find in Christ. It underscores the importance of observing the Lord's Day as a day of liberty and devotion to the Lord.
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