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  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Sabbath Controversy

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 21, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,039 views

    The LORD requires compassion rater than ritualism.

    THE SABBATH CONTROVERSY. Matthew 12:1-21. This is an account of a controversy which arose from the actions of Jesus’ disciples one Sabbath when they were physically hungry (Matthew 12:1). The ever-vigilant Pharisees had been self-appointed guardians of the old laws and traditions for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Luke avatar

    The Sabbath Principle Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 1, 2015
     | 7,339 views

    The principle of Sabbath rest is still important for our physical, emotional, and spiritual health

    Series: Big 10 “THE SABBATH PRINCIPLE” EXODUS 20:8-11 OPEN We’re moving right along in our series of messages called Big 10 based on the 10 Commandments. Today we’re going to look at the fourth commandment. We’re going to study “The Sabbath ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    Debate Over The Sabbath Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 19, 2017
     | 7,932 views

    Jesus remained under attack from the Pharisees. Their demands for adherence to unbiblical standards clouded their vision and desire for Christ. Sadly these attitudes remain today. While we must adhere to doctrine, the Lord affords liberty through grace.

    Debate over the Sabbath Mark 2: 23-28 Have you dealt with a season in life when others acted as if you could do nothing right? Surely we have experienced times when people criticized our efforts or challenged our motives. It seems as if everything we tried to accomplish was met with skepticism and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    Plucked Corn Precipitates Sabbath Controversy Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 15, 2017
     | 13,837 views

    Throughout His ministry, Jesus was accused of breaking the Sabbath laws, and it is true that He broke them. They were part of the old covenant that God made with Israel. He had come to bring a new covenant based on grace.

    Harmony of the Gospels -AD 28- En Route to Galilee (13) Plucked Corn Precipitates Sabbath Controversy (Deuteronomy 5:14) Matthew 12:1-8, Mark 2:23-28, Luke 6:1-5 Throughout His ministry, Jesus was accused of breaking the Sabbath laws, and it is true that He broke them. They were part of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mari Larson avatar

    Good Things Happen On The Sabbath

    Contributed by Mari Larson on Jun 3, 2018
     | 3,115 views

    While we can agree with Jesus that "the sabbath is made for humankind and not humankind for the sabbath," we are wrong to disregard it.

    In 1986, the good people of Bismarck, North Dakota, thought it was time to overturn or at least soften the blue laws which closed businesses on Sundays. Amid great controversy, Dayton’s Department Store, Target, and many stores and restaurants were to open at noon. Dayton’s and Target were both ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Samuel Young avatar

    Sabbath

    Contributed by Samuel Young on May 16, 2014
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     | 9,181 views

    Is Sabbath important? People say Sabbath is no longer relevant. Sunday is now the day of worship. What are you suppose to do on Sabbath?

    -- Picking Oranges from Trees -- Have you picked an lemon or persimmon from a tree branch that hangs over the wall? Or walked next to orange orchard and pick a orange because it is hanging over the fence? There is a law in Israel that allows people that is passing by or the poor to pick-up wheat ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Ron Tuit avatar

    The Sabbath Holiday (1) Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Sep 8, 2014
     | 4,736 views

    Are Christians supposed to "Honor the Sabbath Day to keep it Holy?" Does Freedom in Christ mean freedom from everything? As Jesus expanded on the moral law, He also did so concerning "Sabbath".

    The Sabbath Holiday Gen 2: 1-3, Exodus 20:1-8, 31:17, Deut. 5:12-15, Hebrews 4:3-10 This past Monday was Labor Day in the US; Labor Day has been a National Holiday since 1894. As you probably know, the word “holiday” comes from the Old English words ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    19. The Sabbath Sign Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 3, 2018
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     | 6,778 views

    The Sabbath Day commandment pointed to the One who would give us "spiritual rest" (Figure can be viewed at www.ingodsimage.site)

    [IN GOD’S IMAGE 19 – THE SABBATH SIGN] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Tim White avatar

    The Lord's Day Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Mar 11, 2014
     | 9,544 views

    Jesus introduces the concept that the Lord is the Lord of everyday.

    • The story was told some years ago of a pastor who found the roads blocked one Sunday morning and was forced to skate on the river to get to church, which he did. When he arrived the elders of the church were horrified that their preacher had skated on the Lord's day. After the service they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Tuit avatar

    Jesus And The Sabbath Series

    Contributed by Ron Tuit on Sep 20, 2014
     | 8,949 views

    Jesus did not celebrate the seventh day Sabbath according to the traditions of men but according to the "Spirit of the Law" and to fulfill the Mosaic Covenant.

    Sabbath: Jesus and the Sabbath Here is the previous CONTEXT for today’s message: Genesis 2:1: The Sabbath was a Holy Day for man to Delight in God as The Creator. Ex. 20:8-11: Remember God as Creator. Deut. 5:12-15: Observe God as Redeemer. 2 Cor. 3: The Letter of the Law kills, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    When Religion Blocks Relationship

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 21, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,984 views

    We go about trying to live religious lives, but do we miss connecting with God in the process? Christianity is about relationship, not religion. And Jesus makes such a relationship possible.

    Luke 13:10-17 When Religion Blocks Relationship It was a day I will never forget. Our village had gathered at the local Synagogue to hear the word and receive teaching, to pray together, and to worship Yahweh, the one true God. On this day there was an unusual excitement in the crowd because we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Lowe avatar

    Withered Hand Healed; Causes Another Sabbath Controversy Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 16, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,891 views

    The controversy over the Sabbath began in the fields when His disciples plucked ears of corn and ate them while the Pharisees watched.

    -AD 28- Galilee Title: Withered Hand Healed; Causes Another Sabbath Controversy Matthew 12:9-14, Mark 3:1-6, Luke 6:6-11 The controversy over the Sabbath began in the fields when His disciples plucked ears of corn and ate them while the Pharisees watched; see Chapter 13. Now the scene switches ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Moore avatar

    The Sabbath Day Controversy Series

    Contributed by David Moore on Apr 29, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 15,203 views

    This sermons aims to clarify the Christian’s relationship to the Sabbath Day.

    The Sabbath Day Controversy Text: Mark 2:23-28 Introduction: The last time we met we considered the criticism of the Pharisees and the disciples of John surrounding the issue if fasting. Now comes another criticism, this time surrounding the issue of the Sabbath Day. For many believers this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Beam avatar

    The Rule Breaker

    Contributed by Chris Beam on Mar 4, 2015
     | 11,950 views

    If you want God to do a new thing in your life, you can’t keep doing the same old thing in your life. If you want to experience the miraculous, you need to unlearn every assumption you’ve ever made except for one…God is able.

    Series: The Grave Robber The Rule Breaker
Text: John 5:1-10

So far, throughout this series, we’ve looked at Jesus as the Wine Maker, the Choreographer, and today we will see Jesus as the Rule Breaker. Now before you start to scratch your head, wondering why in the world I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    A Controversy, A Courtroom, And A Commissioning.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 11, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,055 views

    The Lord of the Sabbath appoints Apostles.

    A CONTROVERSY, A COURTROOM, AND A COMMISSIONING. Luke 6:1-16. LUKE 6:1-5. This is an account of a controversy which arose from the actions of Jesus’ disciples one Sabbath when they were physically hungry (Luke 6:1). The ever-vigilant Pharisees had been self-appointed guardians of the old ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational