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Study Guide on The Sabbath Truth – Compiled by Jovenmarlo A. Imperio

Study Guide on The Sabbath Truth

Compiled by Jovenmarlo A. Imperio

1. The Sabbath as a Divine Creation Ordinance

  • Foundation in Genesis: Instituted at Creation (Genesis 2:2–3).
  • Eternal Sign: Memorial of God’s creative authority (Exodus 20:8–11).
  • Key Theme: Humanity’s dependence on the Creator.

2. The Sabbath as a Covenant Sign

  • Exodus and Redemption: Symbolizes freedom from bondage (Deuteronomy 5:15).
  • Sanctification: Sign of God’s sanctifying work (Ezekiel 20:12).
  • Key Theme: Obedience as worship.

3. Jesus as Lord of the Sabbath

  • Authority Over Tradition: Prioritized mercy (Mark 2:27–28).
  • Fulfillment of Rest: Invitation to spiritual rest (Matthew 11:28–30).
  • Key Theme: Grace over legalism.

4. The Sabbath and the Gospel

  • Rest in Christ: Foreshadows eternal rest (Hebrews 4:9–10).
  • Key Theme: Salvation by grace.

5. The Sabbath in Prophecy

  • End-Time Test: Loyalty to God’s law (Revelation 14:7, 12).
  • Daniel 7:25: Warning against altering God’s law.
  • Key Theme: Spiritual warfare.

6. Sabbath Observance: Continuity vs. Change

  • Seventh-Day Practice: Early church observance (Acts 13:42–44).
  • Historical Shift: Roman and Catholic influence (Council of Laodicea, 363 AD).
  • Key Theme: Scripture over tradition.

7. The Sabbath and the New Creation

  • Eternal Observance: Prophesied in Isaiah 66:23.
  • Key Theme: Restoration of Edenic fellowship.

8. The Sabbath as a Test of Loyalty

  • Worship and Allegiance: Distinguishes Creator-worshipers (Exodus 31:13).
  • Key Theme: True vs. counterfeit worship.

9. Practical Sabbath-Keeping

  • Delight, Not Burden: Joy and renewal (Isaiah 58:13–14).
  • Modern Application: Rest, worship, and mercy (Luke 13:10–17).

10. The Sabbath and God’s Character

  • Unchanging Law: Reflects God’s eternal standard (Matthew 5:17–19).
  • Ellen G. White:
    “The Sabbath…is a sign of His authority…the sign that the Creator is the Redeemer.”
    —The Great Controversy, p. 436.

Conclusion

The Sabbath is a divine thread from Eden to eternity, calling believers to:

  1. Worship the Creator in spirit and truth.
  2. Rest in Christ’s redemptive work.
  3. Anticipate eternal fellowship in the new earth.

References

  • Scripture quotations from the NKJV.
  • White, Ellen G. The Great Controversy. Pacific Press, 1911.

Study Challenge: Reflect on how the Sabbath reveals God’s character and plan. Compare your worship practices with Scripture.

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