Friday, November 19, 2010

Shabbath Shalom

Today is Sabbath, the Lord's Day that He specifically asked of us to remember and keep holy.

People, even born-again Christians do not honor this day as it should be.  Most of them simply overlook this Commandment and reason out that tradition has dictated what day we should honor God.  Their schedule and activities could not be bothered by a Commandment specifically given to us by God.  Their convenience is their priority.

The Fourth Commandment is about sanctification and relationship - Exodus 20:8-11.
God instructs His people to "remember" the Sabbath and keep it set apart for holy purposes to draw nearer to Him. God initiated the Sabbath rest at Creation, blessing and sanctifying the seventh day (Genesis 2:1-3). It's clear He expected continued observance.