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Episode 70: The Seventh Day Sabbath: God's Loving Gift of Rest in a Restless World
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The Seventh-Day Sabbath: God’s Loving Gift of Rest in a Restless World
Discover the biblical truth about the seventh-day Sabbath, its roots in creation, Constantine’s Sunday edict, blue laws, and how keeping God’s day of rest prepares us for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.
https://www.secondcoming.org/embracing-the-palace-in-time-rediscovering-the-seventh-day-sabbath-in-a-restless-world/
Introduction: A Forgotten Gift in Modern Times
In our fast-paced, 24/7 society, the idea of setting aside a full day to rest and reconnect with God feels almost impossible. Yet, the Bible presents the seventh-day Sabbath, a palace in time, as one of the most precious gifts God ever gave humanity. It is more than just a commandment—it is a weekly reminder that God is love, that we were created for relationship with Him, and that our worth is not tied to constant striving.
Even in modern political and cultural discussions—whether it’s debates about blue laws, reflections on figures like Charlie Kirk was a sabbath keeper, or policies tied to movements like Project 2025—the Sabbath continues to surface as a deeply relevant issue.
This blog will walk through the biblical foundation of the Sabbath, its historical shifts, the cultural and political implications of Sabbath-keeping, and how this practice can prepare our hearts for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.
Background: The Sabbath in the Bible
The Sabbath at Creation
In Genesis 2:2-3, we find the origin of the Sabbath. God rested on the seventh day, blessed it, and sanctified it. Long before sin, the Sabbath was given as a gift of rest, reflection, and joy.
The Sabbath in the Ten Commandments
The fourth commandment in Exodus 20:8-11 says:
“Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy… the seventh day is the sabbath of the Lord thy God.”
This day belongs to the Lord—it is not cultural but universal.
Jesus Christ and the Sabbath
Jesus affirmed the Sabbath:
“The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath.” (Mark 2:27-28)
He healed, taught, and worshipped on the Sabbath, revealing its true purpose: freedom and love.
Historical Shifts: Constantine, Sunday, and Blue Laws
Emperor Constantine’s Sunday Edict
In AD 321, Emperor Constantine issued the first law enforcing Sunday as a day of rest. This political decision fused Christianity with pagan “sun worship” and shifted attention away from the seventh-day Sabbath.
Church Councils and Tradition
Later councils reinforced Sunday observance, often discouraging Sabbath-keeping. Tradition began to overshadow God’s command.
Blue Laws in America
Blue laws later appeared in the U.S., restricting Sunday business operations. While these laws encouraged rest, they promoted Sunday, not the biblical Sabbath. This highlights the tension between human law and God’s eternal Word.
Why the Seventh-Day Sabbath Still Matters
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