The Law of Moses and the observance of the Sabbath are essential topics, especially given that th... more The Law of Moses and the observance of the Sabbath are essential topics, especially given that they remain controversial in some religious quarters today. This paper analyzes and evaluates whether the Law of Moses, particularly the keeping of the Sabbath is applicable in the context of today’s Christians, with specific reference to scriptures Exodus 20:1-17, and Colossians 2:14-17. Since the Law of Moses is comprehensive, the focus of this paper is mostly on the Ten Commandments section. The paper concludes by noting that the Mosaic Law is no longer applicable in today’s context and that Christians have been freed from the obligations of any law in the new covenant under the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Furthermore, the death and resurrection of Christ brought about eternal life for believers and established an everlasting connection between God and mankind.
This paper assesses how Abraham’s faith and obedience were key drivers for his righteousness, and... more This paper assesses how Abraham’s faith and obedience were key drivers for his righteousness, and how such righteousness impacted his life journey. It has also been established that Abraham’s biography provides a significant example from which today's generations can learn how faithful God can be if we trust and obey Him through our active faith in Him. As we see in the Abrahamic experience, it is in our interest to fully comply with God’s requirements and will.
The Law of Moses and the observance of the Sabbath are essential topics, especially given that th... more The Law of Moses and the observance of the Sabbath are essential topics, especially given that they remain controversial in some religious quarters today. This paper analyzes and evaluates whether the Law of Moses, particularly the keeping of the Sabbath is applicable in the context of today’s Christians, with specific reference to scriptures Exodus 20:1-17, and Colossians 2:14-17. Since the Law of Moses is comprehensive, the focus of this paper is mostly on the Ten Commandments section. The paper concludes by noting that the Mosaic Law is no longer applicable in today’s context and that Christians have been freed from the obligations of any law in the new covenant under the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Furthermore, the death and resurrection of Christ brought about eternal life for believers and established an everlasting connection between God and mankind.
This paper assesses how Abraham’s faith and obedience were key drivers for his righteousness, and... more This paper assesses how Abraham’s faith and obedience were key drivers for his righteousness, and how such righteousness impacted his life journey. It has also been established that Abraham’s biography provides a significant example from which today's generations can learn how faithful God can be if we trust and obey Him through our active faith in Him. As we see in the Abrahamic experience, it is in our interest to fully comply with God’s requirements and will.
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