Lord of the Sabbath

The WORD today (See http://usccb.org/bible/readings/071913.cfm) reminds me that God is not bound by laws or traditions

In the gospel, we see people questioning the actions of Jesus and his disciples. They were picking up and eating grain on a Sabbath, something prohibited. Then Jesus tells them that the Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.

The Law should serve man, not man should serve the law.

God is God even on Sabbath, where there are a lot of laws prohibiting a lot of things. God does not follow the man made law – he is the source of the law. God is not bound by our traditions and laws. His power is not limited by anyone or anything,

However, this should not be abused. The law should serve man is not an excuse for breaking the law. Not following traffic signs when there are no police or other vehicles is still wrong. Stealing from the rich and giving to the poor is still wrong.

May we pray for a discerning heart so as not to abuse God’s power and Word, while bravely doing his work with and for him. Amen.

Father God,

Thank you for today. thank you that it’s Friday! Lord, I pray that I would always remember that your love and your power is not limited by anything – by laws and traditions and by circumstances around me. And as I work for you, may I not abuse you. Amen.

Blessed day!

In Christ,

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