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How do we know the Sabbath observance is not required for Christians?

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The New Testament indicates that the Old Testament Sabbath was a shadow pointing to Christ, and believers find their rest in Him rather than through legal observance (Colossians 2:16-17).

Sabbath observance as outlined in the Old Testament was designed as a type and shadow, ultimately fulfilled in Christ. In Colossians 2:16-17, Paul clarifies that the Sabbath days are merely a shadow of things to come, with Christ being the reality. This signifies that we are not bound to observe a literal Sabbath day as it represented a past requirement that found its completion in Christ. Additionally, Romans 7:4 states that believers are freed from the law, reinforcing the fact that observance of the Sabbath does not apply to Christians who find their rest in faith in Christ alone.
Scripture References: Colossians 2:16-17, Romans 7:4

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Blessed Sabbath Rest
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