Sabbath

Exodus 20:8 – 20:11 (commentary)

The Sabbath was a day set aside for rest and worship. God commanded a Sabbath because human beings need to spend unhurried time in worship and rest each week. “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy” (v. 8). The basis for this commandment is the creation when God cre …

Exodus 23:10 – 23:19 (commentary)

As these various laws for the Israelites continue to be given we will continue with our outline:1. Things concerning the Sabbaths a. Concerning the sabbatical year (vv. 10-11). The Sabbath year provided rest for the land and free food for the poor. This was made po …

Exodus 31:1 – 31:18 (commentary)

God regards all the skills of His people, not just those with theological or ministerial abilities. Our tendency is to regard only those who are up front and in leadership roles. God gave Bezalel and Aholiab Spirit-filled abilities in artistic craftsmanship (vv. 2-5). By His Spir …

A Crippled Woman Healed on the Sabbath - Luke 13:10 – 13:17 (commentary)

Jesus went to the synagogue to teach on the Sabbath day, which was Saturday (v. 10). On this occasion there was a woman present who had been crippled for 18 years, and who, like Job, was physically afflicted by Satan (vv. 11-12). This does not mean that all sickness is caused …

The Rebellions of Israel - Ezekiel 20:1 – 20:16 (commentary)

In this passage Ezekiel gave a panoramic view of Israel’s history (vv. 1-4). The Lord refused to be inquired of by the leaders because of their insincerity. Had they forsaken their sins and come to Him in true repentance, He would have listened. Instead, Ezekiel was to ju …

The Sabbath Day is Still Saturday - Jeremiah 17:19 – 17:27 (commentary)

God told Jeremiah to stand at the gate of the people (v. 19). Which gate this was is unknown, though it is identified as the gate through which the kings go in and out. The spot was selected because of the large number of people who passed by. Possibly this was the Easter …