Sunday 17 November 2024, 9.30 A.M.
Scripture
Matthew 12.1–8
Sermon
The meaning of the Sabbath
Speaker
Cindy Wu
Sermon Outline
1. We try to add many things to justify ourselves or to measure up (vv. 1–2).
2. Jesus comes to fulfil God’s heart—God desires mercy rather than judgement. Through the work of Jesus, He gives us true rest from our works and labour (vv. 3–8).
Discussion Questions
1. What is the true meaning of the Sabbath?
2. Why do the Pharisees keep adding rules to the Sabbath?
3. What does it mean when Jesus said that He is the Lord of the Sabbath?
4. Do you find rest in Christ?