The Sabbath law is a commemoration of the action of God in creation. God rested on the seventh day, or Sabbath. He consecrated the Sabbath here in Exodus as a holy day, a sanctified day. The traditional Jewish Sabbath is basically our Saturday, from sundown on Friday until sundown on Saturday. The Christian church primarily … Continue reading The Sabbath Law (Exodus 31:12 – 18)
Fair Dealings and Sabbath Rest (Exodus 23:1-13)
In the first nine verses of this chapter, God gives instructions on how to handle matters of justice. Here are some of the instructions: no false reports, no partiality, help others in need, testify honestly, no bribes, no oppression. These are wonderful admonitions of things to do and not to do when dealing with others … Continue reading Fair Dealings and Sabbath Rest (Exodus 23:1-13)
Lessons of the Flood (Genesis 6:13-7:24)
The Great Flood story is one of the most recognizable of all Old Testament stories. Sunday School children everywhere can identify Noah and talk about the animals coming into the ark two by two. But what does the story of the flood teach us for living today? The earth is continually evil and judgement hangs … Continue reading Lessons of the Flood (Genesis 6:13-7:24)
Devoted To You 