Sunday Podcast 160 with Michael W Smith 120725
This sermon focuses on Jesus’ five recorded violations of the Sabbath through healing people, demonstrating God’s transition from the Old Covenant to the New Covenant. Bro Mike explains how Jesus consistently got in trouble with religious leaders for healing on the Sabbath, showing that God’s heart is to bless people rather than burden them with religious rules. The message emphasizes that in the New Testament, every day is now our Sabbath to the Lord, expanding from one day to seven days a week. The sermon also addresses how some people don’t want to be healed or delivered because they benefit from their conditions or demons, and concludes with a strong message about not taking offense when criticized for serving God, as offenses are inevitable but should not derail our spiritual growth and calling.
Intro Prayer
Heavenly Father, we come before You today with open hearts and minds, ready to receive what You want to teach us through Your Word. Just as Jesus faced criticism for doing Your will, help us to be prepared for the challenges that come with following You. Lord, we ask that You would speak to each person in this group today and show us how to apply these truths to our lives. Remove any offenses or barriers that might prevent us from hearing Your voice clearly. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Ice Breaker
What’s one tradition or rule from your childhood that you later realized wasn’t as important as you once thought it was?
Key Verses
Luke 14:1-6
John 16:1
Romans 8:11
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