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What does the Bible say about Jesus as Lord of the Sabbath?

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The Bible teaches that Jesus Christ is Lord of the Sabbath, highlighting His authority over spiritual rest and salvation.

In Luke 6:5, Jesus proclaims that 'The Son of Man is Lord also of the Sabbath.' This statement underscores His divinity and authority, affirming that He is sovereign not only over the physical aspects of Sabbath observance but also over our spiritual rest. Jesus is not bound by human traditions or legalistic interpretations of the law; rather, He redefines what it means to find true rest in God through Himself. As the Lord of the Sabbath, He fulfilled the law, demonstrating through His actions that mercy and necessity align with God's true intentions for rest and worship.
Scripture References: Luke 6:5, Matthew 12:8, Matthew 11:27, Hebrews 4:3, Luke 6:1-5, Matthew 12:1-8

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Jesus Christ Is Lord of the Sabbath
Tom Harding · Oct 2, 2016
Jesus Christ Is Lord Of The Sabbath
Tom Harding · Dec 10, 2023
LORD of the Sabbath
Wayne Boyd · Aug 5, 2021
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