The document provides an overview of the 4th commandment from Exodus regarding keeping the Sabbath holy. It discusses how the Sabbath was intended as a day of rest, celebration and turning attention toward God after six days of work. While early Jews observed this as Saturday, early Christians began worshipping on Sunday in light of Jesus' resurrection. The document examines the biblical basis for Christians observing Sunday as the day of worship rather than Saturday.
Throughout New Testament history, Sunday has been an important day for the Christians. Ever since Jesus arose from the grave on Sunday morning, Christians have regarded Sunday as a special day. This was in evidence even before the Bible was completed, as indicated by the Acts 20:7 account, in which it is recorded that the church in Troas gathered together on the first day of the week and Paul preached to the congregation.
The document discusses the seven feasts of the Lord mentioned in the Bible, with a focus on the Sabbath. It explores the historical, personal, and prophetic aspects of the Sabbath, including how it represents God's rest after creation and how Christ fulfills the spiritual reality of rest. The document also examines different views on whether the Sabbath should still be literally observed or if Sunday worship replaced it, and summarizes Jesus' arguments that he is Lord over the Sabbath.
Lesson 10 revelation seminars revelation's seal of godNick Pellicciotta
God has a special sign or seal that He places on His people, which is necessary to enter God's kingdom. This seal is the Sabbath day, the seventh day of the week, which God made holy at creation. The Sabbath contains God's name as Creator, and represents His authority. It will be kept by God's people throughout eternity. The document outlines biblical evidence for how the Sabbath is God's seal, including that it was made for mankind, Jesus and His followers kept it, and God's end-time people are described as Sabbath keepers. The motivation for obedience to God's commands, including the fourth commandment to keep the Sabbath holy, should be out of
1) The document discusses when the 70 weeks of years prophesied in Daniel 9:24 began. It argues they began with the decree of Artaxerxes in Ezra 7, which authorized Ezra to rebuild Jerusalem after the Jews returned from exile.
2) Key evidence provided includes that the decree specifically mentions rebuilding Jerusalem, not just the temple, and resulted in the Jews undertaking the construction of walls and foundations of the city.
3) The author analyzes the language in Daniel 9:25 and concludes the "word" referred to rebuilding the city, not an earlier decree concerning the temple, and must have been the decree of Artaxerxes recorded in Ezra.
The document contains feedback from students who have completed lessons in a Bible correspondence course. The students praise the course for how much they have learned and for keeping them engaged. They say each new lesson is interesting and provides new insights. One student mentions appreciating learning that all people will have an opportunity for salvation, even after death. The feedback shows the students found the lessons informative, inspiring, and mentally and spiritually stimulating.
1) The document discusses the Sabbath as it relates to Christianity, noting that early Christians continued observing the seventh-day Sabbath according to the Old Testament.
2) It explains that Jesus upheld the Sabbath and defended His disciples when they were accused of breaking Sabbath laws, teaching that the Sabbath was made for humanity's benefit.
3) The document analyzes stories of Jesus healing on the Sabbath, showing His view that the Sabbath should involve rest, worship, enjoyment, and healing in accordance with God's original plan.
The document discusses whether Jesus died on Good Friday based on his statement that he would be in the heart of the earth for three days and three nights. It argues that if he died on Friday and rose on Sunday, that is only two nights. It suggests he must have died on Thursday instead to fulfill his words. The Bible does not explicitly state what day he died, just that he rose on Sunday.
The lord’s day or the sabbath – which [updated may 2016]Max Andrew
An Historical-Biblical Analysis of the Christian Day of Worship. The Jewish Sabbath having been abolished as Part of An Old Covenant Jew-Keeping Practice and replaced by First Day Worship. An Excellent Exposition by Christian Brother Max D.. Andrew
Throughout New Testament history, Sunday has been an important day for the Christians. Ever since Jesus arose from the grave on Sunday morning, Christians have regarded Sunday as a special day. This was in evidence even before the Bible was completed, as indicated by the Acts 20:7 account, in which it is recorded that the church in Troas gathered together on the first day of the week and Paul preached to the congregation.
The document discusses the seven feasts of the Lord mentioned in the Bible, with a focus on the Sabbath. It explores the historical, personal, and prophetic aspects of the Sabbath, including how it represents God's rest after creation and how Christ fulfills the spiritual reality of rest. The document also examines different views on whether the Sabbath should still be literally observed or if Sunday worship replaced it, and summarizes Jesus' arguments that he is Lord over the Sabbath.
Lesson 10 revelation seminars revelation's seal of godNick Pellicciotta
God has a special sign or seal that He places on His people, which is necessary to enter God's kingdom. This seal is the Sabbath day, the seventh day of the week, which God made holy at creation. The Sabbath contains God's name as Creator, and represents His authority. It will be kept by God's people throughout eternity. The document outlines biblical evidence for how the Sabbath is God's seal, including that it was made for mankind, Jesus and His followers kept it, and God's end-time people are described as Sabbath keepers. The motivation for obedience to God's commands, including the fourth commandment to keep the Sabbath holy, should be out of
1) The document discusses when the 70 weeks of years prophesied in Daniel 9:24 began. It argues they began with the decree of Artaxerxes in Ezra 7, which authorized Ezra to rebuild Jerusalem after the Jews returned from exile.
2) Key evidence provided includes that the decree specifically mentions rebuilding Jerusalem, not just the temple, and resulted in the Jews undertaking the construction of walls and foundations of the city.
3) The author analyzes the language in Daniel 9:25 and concludes the "word" referred to rebuilding the city, not an earlier decree concerning the temple, and must have been the decree of Artaxerxes recorded in Ezra.
The document contains feedback from students who have completed lessons in a Bible correspondence course. The students praise the course for how much they have learned and for keeping them engaged. They say each new lesson is interesting and provides new insights. One student mentions appreciating learning that all people will have an opportunity for salvation, even after death. The feedback shows the students found the lessons informative, inspiring, and mentally and spiritually stimulating.
1) The document discusses the Sabbath as it relates to Christianity, noting that early Christians continued observing the seventh-day Sabbath according to the Old Testament.
2) It explains that Jesus upheld the Sabbath and defended His disciples when they were accused of breaking Sabbath laws, teaching that the Sabbath was made for humanity's benefit.
3) The document analyzes stories of Jesus healing on the Sabbath, showing His view that the Sabbath should involve rest, worship, enjoyment, and healing in accordance with God's original plan.
The document discusses whether Jesus died on Good Friday based on his statement that he would be in the heart of the earth for three days and three nights. It argues that if he died on Friday and rose on Sunday, that is only two nights. It suggests he must have died on Thursday instead to fulfill his words. The Bible does not explicitly state what day he died, just that he rose on Sunday.
The lord’s day or the sabbath – which [updated may 2016]Max Andrew
An Historical-Biblical Analysis of the Christian Day of Worship. The Jewish Sabbath having been abolished as Part of An Old Covenant Jew-Keeping Practice and replaced by First Day Worship. An Excellent Exposition by Christian Brother Max D.. Andrew
This is a study of Jesus as a hard worker just like His heavenly Father. His earthly father was a worker as well, and all who follow Jesus are urged to be hard workers in the world as a witness to the Lord.
The document discusses God's instructions in Leviticus 25:1-7 regarding observing a sabbatical year where the land is given a complete rest and not cultivated every seventh year. This showed that the land ultimately belongs to God and humans are responsible stewards of God's creation. To obey this principle, families could live off the natural growth of the land during the seventh year and the stored harvest from the sixth year, trusting God to provide.
This document is a sermon about remembering the Sabbath given at Frontline Community Church on July 10, 2011. It discusses the Old Testament commandment to remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy. It also covers Jesus' view of the Sabbath, noting that he did not abolish it but saw it as a day of blessing, not burden, and for mercy and good works. The early church moved the day of worship from Saturday to Sunday to celebrate Christ's resurrection. The application encourages accepting the gift of one day of rest per week to focus on God.
The Israelites were instructed to select a lamb without blemish on the 10th day of the first biblical month of Abib and slay it at twilight on the 14th. They were to smear some of its blood on the doorposts of their houses. That night, when the death angel passed through Egypt, the firstborn of every household without blood on the doorposts was killed, including the firstborn of Pharaoh. But God protected the Israelites in the houses marked with lamb's blood, delivering them from death. This first Passover foreshadowed Jesus Christ, the ultimate sinless "Lamb of God," whose blood would save believers from the death of sin.
The document discusses the Fourth Commandment to remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy. It provides context that the first three commandments deal with relationships with God, while the remainder deal with relationships between people. The Fourth Commandment bridges these, as it was revolutionary in requiring a day of rest for all people, including servants, freeing them from constant labor. The basis for the commandment is that God rested on the seventh day after creating the world in six days. The Sabbath was meant to be a day of physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual renewal through rest and focusing on God, rather than secular pursuits or work.
How to be an example as a Spiritual Leader
-Zac Poonen
INDEX
*. About This Book
1. Called By God
2. Knowing God
3. Fearing God
4. Listening To God
5. Balanced By The Body Of Christ
6. Broken Through Submission
7. Responsible For Others
8. Ministering From Life
9. Serving By God's Power
10. Exercising Spiritual Authority
11. Freed From All Fears
12. Freeing Others From Fear
13. Humbling Oneself
14. The Priesthood Of Melchizedek
15. An Example
CFC, Christian Fellowship Church, Christian Fellowship Center, Christian Fellowship Centre
The document discusses different perspectives on observing the Sabbath and keeping the Lord's Day holy. It describes the Sabbatarian approach of strictly observing religious activities and rest on Sundays. The Antinomian approach is discussed, which says Christians have rest in Christ and are not required to observe the Sabbath. The author shares their perspective of focusing on the Lord but allowing some flexible activities on Sundays, like visiting family.
A verse by verse commentary/study notes on Romans chapter 9, as presented to the Adult education class at Fellowship Bible Church, 2820 CR 220, Middleburg FL 32068. Our open forum stile discuss Scripture as it was meant to be. Class begins each Sunday 09:30 AM, ALL ARE WELCOME
This Maundy Thursday service focuses on commemorating the Last Supper when Jesus shared the Passover meal with his disciples on the night before he was crucified. The service includes readings and songs about Jesus washing the disciples' feet in humble service, instituting the Lord's Supper by blessing the bread and wine, and being the bread of life. Participants symbolically paint their door frames with red to represent the blood of the lamb and the cross with three dots of blood to remember Jesus' sacrifice. The solemn service concludes with sharing a meal representing the Last Supper and singing a parting hymn.
This document provides an introduction to the Byzantine Daily Office. It describes the origins and historical development of daily prayer in the early Christian and Byzantine traditions. It outlines the key components of Morning and Evening Prayer services, including Psalms, canticles, hymns, prayers, and the Lord's Prayer. The summary explains that daily prayer was meant to help Christians pray without ceasing by dedicating set times each day to communicate with God through corporate and private prayer.
This article discusses universal healthcare from both a physical and spiritual perspective. Physically, there is debate around how best to provide healthcare for all Americans. Spiritually, the Bible describes God's plan of universal care through Jesus Christ, which offers salvation and eternal life to all of mankind regardless of physical health or circumstances. The spiritual care God offers through his son is described as comprehensive, certain and not confusing like many physical healthcare plans devised by man.
Here are three key points about the creative activity of the Godhead:
1. The Father spoke and all things were created (Gen. 1:1, 3, 6, 9, 11, 14, 20, 24, 26). He is the ultimate source and initiator of creation.
2. Through the Son all things were made (John 1:3, 10; Col. 1:16; Heb. 1:2). As the Word, the Son was the agent of creation, carrying out the Father's will.
3. The Spirit was actively involved in the creative process (Gen. 1:2; Job 26:13; Ps. 104:30). Under the direction of the Father and Son,
Structure and Worship of the Early churchesLinus Daniel
These slides explore the Structure and worship of the Earliest churches. It also explores the very definition of 'church' and its practical application to Christian life.
Finally we explore what it means for true worshippers to Worship in Truth and Spirit.
"For God's temple is holy, and Y O U are that temple" - 1Co 3:17
The document contains testimonials from several students who have completed Lesson 8 of the Bible correspondence course from the Worldwide Church of God. The students praise the course for opening their eyes to biblical truths they had not understood before. One student says they feel they have learned more real biblical truth from the course than in all previous years. Another says their mind can now accept teachings they previously heard from the pulpit. A third writes that Lessons 7 and 8 alone taught them so much about God's divine plan. All express eagerness to continue learning from the course.
This document provides an overview of worship during the time between the exile and restoration of the Jewish people. It discusses how the temple was destroyed by Babylon despite prophetic warnings, but God promised restoration. During the exile, Jewish leaders adapted their worship to corrupt cultural practices. After the exile, rebuilding of the temple was delayed as the people's attention was diverted by worldly concerns. Prophets like Haggai and Zechariah urged the people to focus on God and complete the temple to fulfill their destiny.
This document provides an overview of a course on early Christian worship. It examines how early Christian worship was influenced by Jewish worship traditions, incorporating elements like liturgical prayer, Scripture readings, preaching, and blessings. Early Christian worship also centered around specific practices like the Eucharist. The document explores historical sources that describe early Christian worship services and their similarities to and evolution from Jewish worship structures.
Here are some true/false statements about music as worship to God:
1. God wants us to sing hymns, psalms and spiritual songs. (Ephesians 5:19, Colossians 3:16) T
2. We should sing songs that glorify ourselves instead of God. (Colossians 3:17) F
3. We should sing with grace in our hearts to the Lord. (Colossians 3:16) T
4. Instrumental music alone without singing is acceptable worship. (Ephesians 5:19) F
5. God wants our music to encourage one another. (Colossians 3:16) T
6. God wants us to
The document is a lesson about Jesus and the Sabbath. It discusses how Jesus upheld the Sabbath commandment during his life and ministry by performing healings on the Sabbath. His healings showed that the Sabbath is meant for acts of mercy and restoration. It also notes that after Jesus died and said "It is finished," he rested in the tomb on the Sabbath, just as God rested after creation, showing the continued validity of the Sabbath. The lesson argues that Jesus did not intend to abolish the seventh-day Sabbath as some claim, but rather reinforced its importance.
Lesson 11 revelation seminars sunday observance and the book of revelationNick Pellicciotta
The document examines 8 passages in the New Testament that mention the first day of the week to see if they command keeping Sunday holy. It finds that none of them do. It also notes that the Sabbath is mentioned many times in Acts but without any hint of a change. While some call Sunday the Lord's Day, the Bible reserves that name for the Sabbath. Calendar changes have not made the 7th day week impossible to identify. The document concludes that there is no Biblical basis for worshipping on Sunday and that the Sabbath remains the 7th day.
This document examines the argument of Seventh-day Adventists for observing the Sabbath on Saturday rather than Sunday. It argues that Genesis does not specifically mention the Sabbath or day names, and Jesus fulfilled the Jewish traditions and laws. The early Church decided to honor Sunday as the "Lord's Day" in remembrance of Jesus' resurrection, establishing it as the primary day of worship in Christianity rather than the Jewish Sabbath tradition of Saturday.
This document provides a summary of a lesson about Jesus and the Sabbath. It discusses how Jesus viewed the Sabbath as made for humanity's benefit, not the other way around. It outlines how Jesus healed people on the Sabbath to demonstrate its purpose of bringing liberation. The document also notes that early Christians continued to observe the seventh-day Sabbath based on Old Testament teachings.
This is a study of Jesus as a hard worker just like His heavenly Father. His earthly father was a worker as well, and all who follow Jesus are urged to be hard workers in the world as a witness to the Lord.
The document discusses God's instructions in Leviticus 25:1-7 regarding observing a sabbatical year where the land is given a complete rest and not cultivated every seventh year. This showed that the land ultimately belongs to God and humans are responsible stewards of God's creation. To obey this principle, families could live off the natural growth of the land during the seventh year and the stored harvest from the sixth year, trusting God to provide.
This document is a sermon about remembering the Sabbath given at Frontline Community Church on July 10, 2011. It discusses the Old Testament commandment to remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy. It also covers Jesus' view of the Sabbath, noting that he did not abolish it but saw it as a day of blessing, not burden, and for mercy and good works. The early church moved the day of worship from Saturday to Sunday to celebrate Christ's resurrection. The application encourages accepting the gift of one day of rest per week to focus on God.
The Israelites were instructed to select a lamb without blemish on the 10th day of the first biblical month of Abib and slay it at twilight on the 14th. They were to smear some of its blood on the doorposts of their houses. That night, when the death angel passed through Egypt, the firstborn of every household without blood on the doorposts was killed, including the firstborn of Pharaoh. But God protected the Israelites in the houses marked with lamb's blood, delivering them from death. This first Passover foreshadowed Jesus Christ, the ultimate sinless "Lamb of God," whose blood would save believers from the death of sin.
The document discusses the Fourth Commandment to remember the Sabbath day and keep it holy. It provides context that the first three commandments deal with relationships with God, while the remainder deal with relationships between people. The Fourth Commandment bridges these, as it was revolutionary in requiring a day of rest for all people, including servants, freeing them from constant labor. The basis for the commandment is that God rested on the seventh day after creating the world in six days. The Sabbath was meant to be a day of physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual renewal through rest and focusing on God, rather than secular pursuits or work.
How to be an example as a Spiritual Leader
-Zac Poonen
INDEX
*. About This Book
1. Called By God
2. Knowing God
3. Fearing God
4. Listening To God
5. Balanced By The Body Of Christ
6. Broken Through Submission
7. Responsible For Others
8. Ministering From Life
9. Serving By God's Power
10. Exercising Spiritual Authority
11. Freed From All Fears
12. Freeing Others From Fear
13. Humbling Oneself
14. The Priesthood Of Melchizedek
15. An Example
CFC, Christian Fellowship Church, Christian Fellowship Center, Christian Fellowship Centre
The document discusses different perspectives on observing the Sabbath and keeping the Lord's Day holy. It describes the Sabbatarian approach of strictly observing religious activities and rest on Sundays. The Antinomian approach is discussed, which says Christians have rest in Christ and are not required to observe the Sabbath. The author shares their perspective of focusing on the Lord but allowing some flexible activities on Sundays, like visiting family.
A verse by verse commentary/study notes on Romans chapter 9, as presented to the Adult education class at Fellowship Bible Church, 2820 CR 220, Middleburg FL 32068. Our open forum stile discuss Scripture as it was meant to be. Class begins each Sunday 09:30 AM, ALL ARE WELCOME
This Maundy Thursday service focuses on commemorating the Last Supper when Jesus shared the Passover meal with his disciples on the night before he was crucified. The service includes readings and songs about Jesus washing the disciples' feet in humble service, instituting the Lord's Supper by blessing the bread and wine, and being the bread of life. Participants symbolically paint their door frames with red to represent the blood of the lamb and the cross with three dots of blood to remember Jesus' sacrifice. The solemn service concludes with sharing a meal representing the Last Supper and singing a parting hymn.
This document provides an introduction to the Byzantine Daily Office. It describes the origins and historical development of daily prayer in the early Christian and Byzantine traditions. It outlines the key components of Morning and Evening Prayer services, including Psalms, canticles, hymns, prayers, and the Lord's Prayer. The summary explains that daily prayer was meant to help Christians pray without ceasing by dedicating set times each day to communicate with God through corporate and private prayer.
This article discusses universal healthcare from both a physical and spiritual perspective. Physically, there is debate around how best to provide healthcare for all Americans. Spiritually, the Bible describes God's plan of universal care through Jesus Christ, which offers salvation and eternal life to all of mankind regardless of physical health or circumstances. The spiritual care God offers through his son is described as comprehensive, certain and not confusing like many physical healthcare plans devised by man.
Here are three key points about the creative activity of the Godhead:
1. The Father spoke and all things were created (Gen. 1:1, 3, 6, 9, 11, 14, 20, 24, 26). He is the ultimate source and initiator of creation.
2. Through the Son all things were made (John 1:3, 10; Col. 1:16; Heb. 1:2). As the Word, the Son was the agent of creation, carrying out the Father's will.
3. The Spirit was actively involved in the creative process (Gen. 1:2; Job 26:13; Ps. 104:30). Under the direction of the Father and Son,
Structure and Worship of the Early churchesLinus Daniel
These slides explore the Structure and worship of the Earliest churches. It also explores the very definition of 'church' and its practical application to Christian life.
Finally we explore what it means for true worshippers to Worship in Truth and Spirit.
"For God's temple is holy, and Y O U are that temple" - 1Co 3:17
The document contains testimonials from several students who have completed Lesson 8 of the Bible correspondence course from the Worldwide Church of God. The students praise the course for opening their eyes to biblical truths they had not understood before. One student says they feel they have learned more real biblical truth from the course than in all previous years. Another says their mind can now accept teachings they previously heard from the pulpit. A third writes that Lessons 7 and 8 alone taught them so much about God's divine plan. All express eagerness to continue learning from the course.
This document provides an overview of worship during the time between the exile and restoration of the Jewish people. It discusses how the temple was destroyed by Babylon despite prophetic warnings, but God promised restoration. During the exile, Jewish leaders adapted their worship to corrupt cultural practices. After the exile, rebuilding of the temple was delayed as the people's attention was diverted by worldly concerns. Prophets like Haggai and Zechariah urged the people to focus on God and complete the temple to fulfill their destiny.
This document provides an overview of a course on early Christian worship. It examines how early Christian worship was influenced by Jewish worship traditions, incorporating elements like liturgical prayer, Scripture readings, preaching, and blessings. Early Christian worship also centered around specific practices like the Eucharist. The document explores historical sources that describe early Christian worship services and their similarities to and evolution from Jewish worship structures.
Here are some true/false statements about music as worship to God:
1. God wants us to sing hymns, psalms and spiritual songs. (Ephesians 5:19, Colossians 3:16) T
2. We should sing songs that glorify ourselves instead of God. (Colossians 3:17) F
3. We should sing with grace in our hearts to the Lord. (Colossians 3:16) T
4. Instrumental music alone without singing is acceptable worship. (Ephesians 5:19) F
5. God wants our music to encourage one another. (Colossians 3:16) T
6. God wants us to
The document is a lesson about Jesus and the Sabbath. It discusses how Jesus upheld the Sabbath commandment during his life and ministry by performing healings on the Sabbath. His healings showed that the Sabbath is meant for acts of mercy and restoration. It also notes that after Jesus died and said "It is finished," he rested in the tomb on the Sabbath, just as God rested after creation, showing the continued validity of the Sabbath. The lesson argues that Jesus did not intend to abolish the seventh-day Sabbath as some claim, but rather reinforced its importance.
Lesson 11 revelation seminars sunday observance and the book of revelationNick Pellicciotta
The document examines 8 passages in the New Testament that mention the first day of the week to see if they command keeping Sunday holy. It finds that none of them do. It also notes that the Sabbath is mentioned many times in Acts but without any hint of a change. While some call Sunday the Lord's Day, the Bible reserves that name for the Sabbath. Calendar changes have not made the 7th day week impossible to identify. The document concludes that there is no Biblical basis for worshipping on Sunday and that the Sabbath remains the 7th day.
This document examines the argument of Seventh-day Adventists for observing the Sabbath on Saturday rather than Sunday. It argues that Genesis does not specifically mention the Sabbath or day names, and Jesus fulfilled the Jewish traditions and laws. The early Church decided to honor Sunday as the "Lord's Day" in remembrance of Jesus' resurrection, establishing it as the primary day of worship in Christianity rather than the Jewish Sabbath tradition of Saturday.
This document provides a summary of a lesson about Jesus and the Sabbath. It discusses how Jesus viewed the Sabbath as made for humanity's benefit, not the other way around. It outlines how Jesus healed people on the Sabbath to demonstrate its purpose of bringing liberation. The document also notes that early Christians continued to observe the seventh-day Sabbath based on Old Testament teachings.
This is a study of Jesus as a man of rest. He rested as did His Father, and He made it possible for believers to have eternal rest, and rest in time as well.
The document discusses the origins and history of the Sabbath day. It provides quotes from Catholic and Protestant sources acknowledging that the Bible commands keeping the seventh day (Saturday) holy, but that Sunday observance was adopted based on tradition rather than scripture. The document argues that true worship of God requires obeying his commandments, including keeping the Sabbath on the seventh day as commanded, rather than substituting human traditions.
The document discusses Genesis 2:1-3 and the Sabbath. It provides biblical references showing that in Genesis, God rested on the seventh day after completing creation. The document also discusses how the Sabbath is mentioned in Exodus as being made for man, not vice versa, and how Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath. Archaeological evidence shows ancient cultures had a seven day week with the seventh day as a day of rest.
The document discusses the biblical feasts of the Lord, including the weekly Sabbath and annual feasts such as Passover and Pentecost. It explains that God gave Moses the dates and names of the feasts and that they are prophetic, pointing to future events. The Sabbath occurs every seventh day while the annual feasts follow a lunar calendar. Jesus observed the Sabbath but taught that acts of mercy and healing were permitted.
THE SABBATH SCHOOL - 4th QUARTER 2020 - LESSON 12Adam Hiola
The document provides a lesson about the Sabbath that makes several key points in multiple paragraphs:
1) The Sabbath has been observed since Creation and is a gift from God to spend time learning about Him and prioritizing our relationship with Him.
2) Early in history, Adam and Eve spent their first full Sabbath learning about God, and we are still invited today to do the same.
3) God liberated the Israelites from Egypt and wanted them to rediscover and prioritize the Sabbath through miracles with the manna.
4) The Sabbath helps us put God first and give other things the right priority in our lives.
This document summarizes the story of a Russian czar discovering a sentry guarding an empty plot of land in a royal garden. Upon investigating records, they found the order to guard the plot dated back over 100 years to when a rose bush was planted there as a birthday gift. Though the bush had long since died, the tradition of guarding it continued without question.
The pastor draws a parallel between this story and religious traditions that have been passed down and followed without scrutiny. He questions whether some church practices are based on ancient traditions rather than biblical commands, and argues that Satan may try to substitute human traditions for God's word. The document examines the biblical Sabbath as one such tradition and tradition that has been changed
God has a special sign or seal that He places on His people, which is necessary to enter His kingdom. This seal is the Sabbath, which God made as a sign of His power as Creator. Keeping the Sabbath holy through worship and rest on the seventh day shows acceptance of God as Creator. Jesus and the early Christians kept the Sabbath, and it will be kept forever in the new earth.
Have you ever wondered why God planted the Garden of Eden in a world that was at that time “very good” (Genesis 1:31)? In other words, why did God bother to set up a special place on earth when the whole creation was absolutely perfect to begin with?
Why did God put the Tree of Life in that Garden? This is not a silly question because Adam and Eve had no need to eat of that tree prior to their fall; they had been created originally to live forever. And when they ate of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil - that is, after they had rebelled against God they could no longer get to the Tree of Life because God banished them from the Garden.
1. The document discusses the meaning and importance of honoring God's name as commanded by the Second Commandment. It explains that God revealed his name to show his power and essence.
2. Using God's name disrespectfully through blasphemy, profanity, false oaths, or cursing is considered taking God's name in vain.
3. The Sabbath and observing Sundays as holy days are also discussed, with the purpose being to worship God, rest physically, and care for the less privileged. Holy Days of Obligation in the Philippines are also named.
The document discusses the Jewish Sabbath and its observance on Saturday versus the Christian Sunday. It explains that the Jewish Sabbath commemorates God's rest after six days of creation, as described in Genesis. Key observances of the Sabbath include refraining from work, lighting candles, prayers, and festive meals. The document also discusses differences between weekly and festival Sabbaths in Judaism and how Jesus observed the Sabbath. Finally, it addresses that while Jews observe the seventh day, Saturday, as the Sabbath, Christians worship on Sunday in recognition of Christ's resurrection.
The document discusses the Sabbath and what it means to keep the Sabbath holy. It provides several key points about the Sabbath:
1) The Sabbath is a day of rest dedicated to God to remember God's power in creation and our role as stewards.
2) It is meant to be a day of thankfulness for our liberation from sin and a reminder of God's plan for our full communion with Him.
3) Rather than just physical rest, the Sabbath involves serving others through acts of love, mercy, and benevolence without limits of time or place.
This document discusses Jesus as the Lord of the Sabbath based on passages from the Gospels. It describes how Jesus observed the Sabbath and healed on the Sabbath, which the Pharisees accused as breaking the law. The document asserts that Jesus emphasized the true meaning and intention of the Sabbath as a day of rest and worship, not legalistic rules, and that He has authority over the Sabbath as its creator.
This document provides an overview and analysis of key themes in the book of Leviticus. It discusses how Leviticus deals with ceremonial law including sacrifices and holiness. While the laws seem difficult to attain, the document argues that God, through the work of Jesus, is the one who makes people holy, not their own works. The Sabbath rest points to how salvation is a gift of God's work, not human effort. Overall, the document seeks to explain the purpose and meaning of Leviticus' laws in light of Jesus' finished work of salvation.
Murray on Prayer.Session 12.Lessons 19-23John Wible
1) Jesus initially taught disciples to pray for themselves as novices, but later taught prayer focused on their mission as his friends and co-workers.
2) Through prayer, the disciples would do greater works than Jesus by working with him to advance God's kingdom.
3) The early church grew rapidly through appropriating the power of prayer, planting churches across three continents and teaching thousands despite starting with just a few followers.
This document discusses the philosophy of worship. It begins by explaining that humans were created by God to be in relationship with Him and worship Him. However, sin disrupted this relationship. The document then examines why we worship (to be in relationship with God), what we gain from worship (healing, formation), where worship can take place (not just buildings), and how worship should be structured (with a four-part pattern of gathering, hearing, responding, blessing). The goal of Christian leaders should be to guide congregations in meaningful worship that strengthens their relationship with God.
1 Corinthians 15-16, Baptized For The Dead?; Rapture; The Law; Is Sunday Chur...Valley Bible Fellowship
1 Corinthians Chapters 15-16, Baptized For The Dead?; Rapture; The Law; Is Sunday Church the Christian Sabbath?; The First Day Of The Week; Apollos; House Churches; Y’all
Chandra Dev: Unveiling the Mystery of the Moon GodExotic India
Shining brightly in the sky, some days more than others, the Moon in popular culture is a symbol of love, romance, and beauty. The ancient Hindu texts, however, mention the Moon as an intriguing and powerful being, worshiped by sages as Chandra.
The Book of Samuel is a book in the Hebrew Bible, found as two books in the Old Testament. The book is part of the Deuteronomistic history, a series of books that constitute a theological history of the Israelites and that aim to explain God's law for Israel under the guidance of the prophets.
Lesson 12 - The Blessed Hope: The Mark of the Christian.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 12 - The Blessed Hope: The Mark of the Christian
SBS – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
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Trusting God's Providence | Verse: Romans 8: 28-31JL de Belen
Trusting God's Providence.
Providence - God’s active preservation and care over His creation. God is both the Creator and the Sustainer of all things Heb. 1:2-3; Col. 1:17
-God keep His promises.
-God’s general providence is toward all creation
- All things were made through Him
God’s special providence is toward His children.
We may suffer now, but joy can and will come
God can see what we cannot see
Lucid Dreaming: Understanding the Risks and Benefits
The ability to control one's dreams or for the dreamer to be aware that he or she is dreaming. This process, called lucid dreaming, has some potential risks as well as many fascinating benefits. However, many people are hesitant to try it initially for fear of the potential dangers. This article aims to clarify these concerns by exploring both the risks and benefits of lucid dreaming.
The Benefits of Lucid Dreaming
Lucid dreaming allows a person to take control of their dream world, helping them overcome their fears and eliminate nightmares. This technique is particularly useful for mental health. By taking control of their dreams, individuals can face challenging scenarios in a controlled environment, which can help reduce anxiety and increase self-confidence.
Addressing Common Concerns
Physical Harm in Dreams Lucid dreaming is fundamentally safe. In a lucid dream, everything is a creation of your mind. Therefore, nothing in the dream can physically harm you. Despite the vividness and realness of the dream experience, it remains entirely within your mental landscape, posing no physical danger.
Mental Health Risks Concerns about developing PTSD or other mental illnesses from lucid dreaming are unfounded. As soon as you wake up, it's clear that the events experienced in the dream were not real. On the contrary, lucid dreaming is often seen as a therapeutic tool for conditions like PTSD, as it allows individuals to reframe and manage their thoughts.
Potential Risks of Lucid Dreaming
While generally safe, lucid dreaming does come with a few risks as well:
Mixing Dream Memories with Reality Long-term lucid dreamers might occasionally confuse dream memories with real ones, creating false memories. This issue is rare and preventable by maintaining a dream journal and avoiding lucid dreaming about real-life people or places too frequently.
Escapism Using lucid dreaming to escape reality can be problematic if it interferes with your daily life. While it is sometimes beneficial to escape and relieve the stress of reality, relying on lucid dreaming for happiness can hinder personal growth and productivity.
Feeling Tired After Lucid Dreaming Some people report feeling tired after lucid dreaming. This tiredness is not due to the dreams themselves but often results from not getting enough sleep or using techniques that disrupt sleep patterns. Taking breaks and ensuring adequate sleep can prevent this.
Mental Exhaustion Lucid dreaming can be mentally taxing if practiced excessively without breaks. It’s important to balance lucid dreaming with regular sleep to avoid mental fatigue.
Lucid dreaming is safe and beneficial if done with caution. It has many benefits, such as overcoming fear and improving mental health, and minimal risks. There are many resources and tutorials available for those interested in trying it.
Astronism, Cosmism and Cosmodeism: the space religions espousing the doctrine...Cometan
This lecture created by Brandon Taylorian (aka Cometan) specially for the CESNUR Conference held Bordeaux in June 2024 provides a brief introduction to the legacy of religious and philosophical thought that Astronism emerges from, namely the discourse on transcension started assuredly by the Cosmists in Russia in the mid-to-late nineteenth century and then carried on and developed by Mordecai Nessyahu in Cosmodeism in the twentieth century. Cometan also then provides some detail on his story in founding Astronism in the early twenty-first century from 2013 along with details on the central Astronist doctrine of transcension. Finally, the lecture concludes with some contributions made by space religions and space philosophy and their influences on various cultural facets in art, literature and film.
The Vulnerabilities of Individuals Born Under Swati Nakshatra.pdfAstroAnuradha
Individuals born under Swati Nakshatra often exhibit a strong sense of independence and adaptability, yet they may also face vulnerabilities such as indecisiveness and a tendency to be easily swayed by external influences. Their quest for balance and harmony can sometimes lead to inner conflict and a lack of assertiveness. To know more visit: astroanuradha.com
Heartfulness Magazine - June 2024 (Volume 9, Issue 6)heartfulness
Dear readers,
This month we continue with more inspiring talks from the Global Spirituality Mahotsav that was held from March 14 to 17, 2024, at Kanha Shanti Vanam.
We hear from Daaji on lifestyle and yoga in honor of International Day of Yoga, June 21, 2024. We also hear from Professor Bhavani Rao, Dean at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University, on spirituality in action, the Venerable BhikkuSanghasena on how to be an ambassador for compassion, Dr. Tony Nader on the Maharishi Effect, Swami Mukundananda on the crossroads of modernization, Tejinder Kaur Basra on the purpose of work, the Venerable GesheDorjiDamdul on the psychology of peace, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, KC, Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, on how we are all related, and world-renowned violinist KumareshRajagopalan on the uplifting mysteries of music.
Dr. Prasad Veluthanar shares an Ayurvedic perspective on treating autism, Dr. IchakAdizes helps us navigate disagreements at work, Sravan Banda celebrates World Environment Day by sharing some tips on land restoration, and Sara Bubber tells our children another inspiring story and challenges them with some fun facts and riddles.
Happy reading,
The editors
2nd issue of Volume 15. A magazine in urdu language mainly based on spiritual treatment and learning. Many topics on ISLAM, SUFISM, SOCIAL PROBLEMS, SELF HELP, PSYCHOLOGY, HEALTH, SPIRITUAL TREATMENT, Ruqya etc.A very useful magazine for everyone.
1. 6/21/09 PM Work and Worship Ten Commandments 08Exodus 20:8-11 The 4th Commandment stands out from the other nine because it is the longest of the ten. God spends all these words giving some explanation about what rest means as well as a significant explanation about WHY this is a command at all. And as long as we are talking about length it is worth mentioning that if we divide the commandments into the first 4 which have to do with our relationship with God and the remaining 6 being about our relationship with men that the God part of the Decalogue contains 42 lines in my Bible and the man part has 15. This tallys out to 4X more words for the commands that relate to our responsibilities toward God than man. Let’s read the 4th commandment. …. This last sentence catches me a little by surprise. What is this blessing all about? Let’s read Gen 2:1-3. It appears that the first time God blessed anything (Gen 2:3) He blessed the day in which He rested. (He blessed Adam and Eve later). It is clear that this command is rooted in the events of Genesis 1-2 so let’s spend a little more time there. The 4th commandment is unique because it actually contains two commands. There is a command for us to work and then there is a command for us to rest on the 7th day. The rest that God took was from His work of creation. In Genesis 1 & 2 both God and Adam do work. It is the nature of their work that has caught my attention. In both cases the work involves stepping into chaos and creating order design and meaning. In 1:2 everything was shapeless and empty. In the next clause we learn that darkness shrouded everything. But then, God began His work and out of the chaos and meaninglessness He brought light and order and life and purpose. In the same vein, Adam was put into a paradise that needed organization. Most of the work we do can be put in the category of putting order and purpose into a situation that otherwise would be chaotic and useless. Think, for example of the work of a farmer. What would happen if a farmer quit doing his work? Almost no food would be grown. What would happen if a mom took a month off and no one took her place? Chaos!!!! So, now we come to the place when God ‘rests’ from His work. I’ve always had a bit of trouble here trying to figure out why an all-powerful God would need a rest! The Hebrew word is ‘shabbat’. It actually means to cease. It is not a word that would be used of someone who stops to rebuild his strength after a long, exhausting day of work. There is an element of celebration in the word. It has more the flavor of the enjoyment of an accomplishment… a time to celebrate the completion of a task. We also read that God blessed the day and “made it holy.” We usually think of holiness as something that is without sin. Actually the word means set apart especially for God’s use. This means that God intended for the 7th day to belong to Him in the sense that our attention be completely turned toward God. So, here’s the picture so far. The ‘Shabbat’ was God’s gift to the Jews giving them the chance to stop and rest after six days of work. But the Shabbat was about more than rest. IT was an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of the previous six days. Most importantly it was an occasion for people to turn their undistracted attention toward the LORD. Sabbath observance was such an important part of being the people of God that being a Sabbath keeper was one of the things that signified that a person WAS a follower of God. (see Exodus 31:13)! The book of Nehemiah contains some helpful sections on the Jewish Shabbat and I noticed this verse in my study… (Neh 9:28) “But as soon as they were at rest, they again did what was evil in Your sight.” Our 7th day rest was not meant to be a day where we slack off and forget about God; though this is what men tend to do. Nehemiah tried to stop this drift away from God when he was governor of Jerusalem. (read Nehemiah 13:15-22.) The Pharisees of Jesus’ day had the same concerns that Nehemiah did and over time turned “Shabbat” into an incredibly burdensome day. There wasn’t very much joy & celebration left after they were through with it. this brings us to Mark 2:23…. *”unlawful” The Pharisees divided all work into 8 categories and then included 100’s of specific prohibitions about what people were not allowed to do on Shabbat. One of the eight categories was harvesting. The disciples were harvesting grain. *Jesus’ example of David …. Principle—God cares about human needs, meeting the legitimate needs of people is the best course. *The purpose of Shabbat! (vs 27) Shabbat was made FOR man. Shabbat was never intended to be a time when another obligation for service to God is laid on our backs. It is not a time to make our life harder. It is, as we learn in Gen 2—a blessing, a time to bring happiness to man. Before we complete our teaching on the 4th commandment we must deal with the question of which day of the week the Shabbat should land upon. The 7th day of the week is Saturday, yet we are here on Sunday. There is no question that Jesus attended the synagogue on the Jewish Shabbat (read Luke 4:14-17a). It is worth mentioning that attendance at a synagogue service was not originally part of the Shabbat. I say this because synagogues didn’t even exist until 900 years after Moses. In our day there is a group who goes by the name “Seventh Day Adventists” plus a few Seventh Day Baptists who say that Saturday is the Shabbat and Christians should worship on Saturday. According to their prophet, Ellen G. White, a great apostasy set into the church by AD 300 and that when Emperor Constantine made Christianity the state religion he took the pagan festival of Sunday and substituted it for Shabbat. I have read in some Adventist literature that Sunday worship is actually the mark of the beast spoken of in Revelation 13. -- If this is true then it is impossible for anyone to be saved who worships on Sunday instead of Saturday. Figuring out this issue will help us to take our next step of figuring out just how we should spend our day of worship. We have all heard before that the resurrection occurred on the first day of the week, Sunday. Jesus revealed Himself to the disciples on that day, and again a week later. It was also on a Sunday when Jesus ascended into Heaven. There is no command that actually changes the day. Look at Acts 20:5-7… Paul was a in a huge hurry to get to Jerusalem but Paul stayed in Troas for 7 days so that he would have the opportunity to speak in a church service that was held on the first day of the week. In First Corinthians 16 Paul gives the Corinthian church some advice about taking up a benevolent offering. He tells the church to do it on the first day of the week. This day came to be known as the LORD’S day. In Revelation 1:10 John introduces the book by saying that he was ‘in the Spirit on the LORD’S DAY. There is little doubt that the first Christians, who were Jewish all the way continued to go to the temple for worship and keep the Shabbat. Acts 2:46 says, “every day they continued to meet in the temple courts.” The question really came up when large numbers of Gentiles started to be saved and come into the church. The Jew s were still all keeping the Shabbat regulations on Saturday but what about these Gentiles? Should they be forced to do it? In the first general council of the church (Acts 15) the answer seems to have been, “NO”. We can read the letter sent out by the council in Acts 15:24-29. (read) Because this is such an important question there was much written about it in the first 250 years of the church. Listen to these ancient words…. (quote from Zond. Bible Dict. “The Lord’s Day” Vol 3. I absolutely reject the teaching that the Christian day of worship was changed in the 4th century by Constantine to accommodate pagan beliefs. The very early church changed the day of worship from Saturday to Sunday as a response to the leading of the Holy Spirit. All the church fathers in the next 3 centuries who say anything about it unanimously support the practice of Christian worship on Sunday. * “The change of day in the Christian dispensation from the 7th to the 1st is of great symbolic value, and although no Divine word was written commanding the change, the spiritual facts of Christianity altered it surely, yet without proclamation or noise. Until Christ has come, man worked TOWARD his Sabbath. Since Christ, he works FROM his Sabbath. In the old economy, in the last analysis, the Sabbath depended upon the work; in the new, the work grows out of the Sabbath. This changes a good deal of our thinking about the Shabbat. Strictly speaking I do not believe that God calls us to “keep the Shabbat”. Shabbat is anchored in the law, it causes us to look back, the issue of work is in the center of things. Think about it With the Shabbat you only deserve the rest after you have worked hard all week. With the Lord’s Day we don’t have to earn anything, and all of our work days that follow flow out of our time with God. Next week we will work hard at figuring out what Sunday should look like for us.