Jesus' healing on the Sabbath illustrates His authority over the law and redefines the true purpose of the Sabbath.
The act of healing on the Sabbath is significant as it highlights the contrast between the rigid legalism of the Jewish leaders and the compassionate ministry of Christ. In John 7, Jesus points out that while the law permitted circumcision on the Sabbath, healing a man was met with hostility from the Pharisees. This event underscores that the Sabbath was intended for mercy and healing, not mere rule-keeping. The healing demonstrates that Christ came to fulfill the law and provide ultimate rest and wholeness for His people, thus redefining what it means to observe the Sabbath as a day of doing good.
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