For Friday, March 31, 2023:
Matthew 12:10 NLT: “The Pharisees asked Jesus, ‘Does the law permit a person to work by healing on the Sabbath?’ (They were hoping he would say yes, so they could bring charges against him.)”
Jesus was clearly heaven-sent, easily performing miracles never-before witnessed. So why would the Pharisees plot against him? I believe their motives were money and power. If people were worshiping Jesus, they weren’t at the Temple and their tithes would be missing too!
On the Sabbath, we are to set aside our normal work. This is the Lord’s day! Don’t go to the office or your store that day. This day is dedicated to God, who wisely took a day of rest following creation.
But Jesus is bringing clarity to that Law. Remember we are also to love our neighbors, which includes being helpful. The Sabbath day should not preclude our being kind and helpful to our fellows. He stated, “Yes, the law permits a person to do good on the Sabbath.”
Jesus healed the man, repaired his deformed hand, right there in the Synagogue in front of everyone! That may have sealed his fate, but it was the right thing to do!
Jesus always did the right thing!
Pastor Norton Lawellin
Jesus in the City Fellowship
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