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How do we know Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath?

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Jesus demonstrated His authority over the Sabbath by healing on that day, showing that mercy and compassion extend beyond legalistic observance.

In John 5:9-16, Jesus heals a man on the Sabbath and instructs him to carry his mat. This act is significant as it reveals Jesus’ lordship and authority over religious traditions that the Pharisees had put in place. By healing and commanding the man to take up his bed, Jesus was teaching that acts of mercy and compassion take precedence over rigid adherence to the law. His declaration of being the Lord of the Sabbath reaffirms the understanding that the Sabbath's ultimate purpose is to point to Him and the grace found in Him. Thus, Jesus is not only fulfilling the law but is the embodiment of it.
Scripture References: John 5:9-16, Matthew 12:8, Luke 6:5, John 5:16-18

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