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The Sabbath and the Lord’s Day

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JEFF TURNER

Colossians 2:16–17 teaches that no one should judge believers regarding food, drink, festivals, or Sabbath days. These Old Testament observances were shadows pointing to Christ, and with his coming, their ceremonial requirements are no longer binding.

The Sabbath in the Old Testament marked God’s rest after creation. In the New Testament, the focus shifts to a new commemoration, the resurrection of Jesus. The early church gathered on the first day of the week, which Revelation 1 calls “the Lord’s Day.” This day became a time of worship and celebration of the risen Christ, not a continuation of the Old Testament Sabbath law.

While the New Testament does not transfer Sabbath regulations onto Sunday, it is still valuable for believers to set aside time for worship. Each day belongs to the Lord, and Christians can honour him every day while also cherishing a dedicated time to gather and exalt the Saviour.

One person values one day over another, another values every day the same. Each person must be fully convinced in his own mind.

Romans 14:5

Hearing God in a Noisy World

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FLOYD ROGERS

Clear communication matters in every part of life, especially in our walk with God. Just as we talk and listen in our human relationships, the same is needed in our relationship with the Lord. God hasn’t gone silent. He still speaks. But if we don’t know how to listen, we’ll miss what He’s trying to say.

It’s not enough that God speaks clearly. We must learn to quiet our hearts and pay attention. His voice is meant to help us understand who He is, shape our lives to reflect His truth, and equip us to share that truth with others.

God’s message has always had the same purpose: to reveal His nature, guide us in how to live, and help us pass on what we’ve learned. Listening is not just hearing sounds. It is taking in what He says and letting it change us.

My sheep listen to My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me;

John 10:27

The Riches We Receive Through Christ

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AMY TURNER

The Bible teaches that Jesus, though rich in glory, chose to become poor for our sake. He left the greatness of heaven and entered our world, carrying the burden of sin so that we could share in the wealth of His grace.

When we think about what this means, it is clear that we now live with riches far greater than anything money can buy. These are treasures of the soul. The include mercy, reconciliation, and hope that lasts forever. Because of this, giving to others should not feel like a duty but a natural response.

By sharing what we have, we reflect the heart of Christ, who gave everything for us.

2 Corinthians 8:9

For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that you through His poverty might become rich.

Trusting God to Provide

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JEFF TURNER

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus tells his followers not to be anxious about food, drink, or clothing, assuring them in Matthew 6:32 that their heavenly Father knows their needs. This promise reflects God’s care for his people, but it does not mean that no believer has ever suffered hunger or exposure.

God’s provision is a general truth seen throughout Scripture. He meets the needs of those who belong to him, yet there have been situations where Christians have faced extreme hardship. These exceptions do not cancel the promise but remind us that God defines and fulfills our needs according to his wisdom.

Jesus also gives the condition for living in this assurance. One must seek first God’s kingdom and righteousness. When believers focus on his purposes and glory, they can rest in the confidence that he will provide what is truly necessary for their lives.

But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be provided to you.

Matthew 6:33

Living Daily in God’s Grace

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FLOYD ROGERS

Have you ever thought about what role you played in becoming part of God’s family? The truth is, none of us had anything to do with it. Our place in God’s kingdom is not something we earned. It is a gift. Every believer is constantly receiving grace, whether they realize it or not.

God’s grace is always present. It comes from all directions. It is surrounding, lifting, and covering us. Everything we have, and all that we are, can be traced back to this grace. It is not because of our strength or effort, but because of God’s kindness and mercy.

When pride starts to rise and we begin to think we’ve made it on our own, it helps to pause and remember just how small we really are. Picture yourself floating alone in the middle of a deep, endless ocean. It’s a reminder of how much we depend on God and how great His grace truly is.

For by grace you have been saved through faith; and this is not of yourselves, it is the gift of God;

Ephesians 2:8