Lord of the Sabbath

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DNMr4dGh3Bg

OUTLINE:

Main Point: Because Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath, his followers observe it with grace under his authority.

I. Plucking of the Disciples v1-2

II. Provision for David v3-4

III. Priests of Guiltlessness v5-6

IV. Prophets for Human Value v7-8

V. Performing to show Authority v9-10, 13

VI. Priorities of Life v11-12

VII. Protest of the Pharisees v14

Beyond the Walls: Sabbathing

1. God institutes the Sabbath at Creation for all humanity. Gen 2:1-3

2. Sabbath observance forever shows the distinct people of God, called out from the rest of the world. Exodus 31:13-17. Ezekiel 20:12. Isaiah 56:6. Jeremiah 17.

3. If violating the Sabbath is offensive to God, we find Joy in keeping it. Nehemiah 13, Isaiah 58.

4. Jesus reiterates the Sabbath rather than annuls it and tells us that the Sabbath was made for man. Mark 2:27.

5. Sabbath points us to the already-not-yet rest that we find in Jesus. Hebrews 4. Matthew 11:28-12:14. 2 Thessalonians 1:7.

6. Sabbath shows dependence on God. Exodus 16.

7. Sabbath keeping lengthens your life. (Bonus)

Weekly Reading:

Weekly Reading: Resting Under the Lord of the Sabbath

Day 1 — Sabbath at Creation

Scripture: Genesis 2:1–3; Exodus 20:8–11; Psalm 127:1–2

1. What does God’s rest at creation teach about the rhythm of work and rest in your life?

2. In what ways are you tempted to ignore your need for rest?

3. How can you honor God by embracing the limits He has placed on you as a creature?

   
   

Day 2 — A Sign of Belonging to God

Scripture: Exodus 31:13–17; Ezekiel 20:12; Isaiah 56:6–7

1. How does observing the Sabbath set God’s people apart from the world?

2. In what ways does your life reflect (or fail to reflect) that you belong to God?

3. How can Sabbath become a weekly reminder of your identity in Christ?

Day 3 — Joy in Obedience

Scripture: Isaiah 58:13–14; Nehemiah 13:15–22; John 15:10–11

1. How does God connect obedience to the Sabbath with joy in Him?

2. What keeps you from experiencing joy in your relationship with God?

3. How might honoring a day of rest deepen your delight in the Lord?

Day 4 — Sabbath as Gift and Dependence

Scripture: Mark 2:27–28; Exodus 16:22–30; Matthew 6:25–34

1. What does it mean that the Sabbath was made for you, not you for the Sabbath?

2. How does resting one day a week demonstrate trust in God’s provision?

3. What fears or pressures make it difficult for you to depend on God in this way?

Day 5 — Rest in Christ

Scripture: Matthew 11:28–30; Hebrews 4:9–11; 2 Thessalonians 1:7

1. How does Sabbath point you to the ultimate rest found in Jesus?

2. What burdens are you still trying to carry instead of bringing them to Christ?

3. How can you intentionally shape a weekly rhythm that reminds you of the hope of eternal rest?