Pastor Mark Hogan teaches on the biblical foundation for Sunday worship, arguing that the Lord's Day is the Christian Sabbath—a positive, moral, and perpetual commandment rooted in the creation ordinance of Genesis 2:1-3, where God rested and sanctified the seventh day as a pattern for mankind. Citing Revelation 1:10 and Mark 2:27, he explains that this day was sovereignly changed to the first day of the week after Christ's resurrection, and Jesus affirmed the Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. The one-in-seven pattern is embedded in the moral law (Exodus 20:8-11), making it binding for all ages, while the specific day changed from Saturday to Sunday, evidenced by New Testament practices (Acts 20:7, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2) and early church writings like the Didache and Justin Martyr. The term "Lord's Day" parallels the "Lord's Supper" (1 Corinthians 11:20) as something belonging to Christ, and the change is grounded in Christ's resurrection appearances on the first day (Matthew 28:1, John 20:19, 26), signifying a positive apostolic appointment that transforms the fourth commandment to commemorate new creation without abolishing its weekly rhythm. The application is that Christians must observe Sunday as a day of cessation from secular work and recreation, dedicated to public and private worship, refreshment, and doing good, continuing until Christ returns, and must ask how to sanctify and devote this day to God.

Pastor Jeremiah Gabbard | Genesis 2:1-6 The sermon examines Genesis chapter 2 to clarify the completion of creation and the sanctification of the seventh day. The speaker argues that this passage provides detailed elaboration on the initial creation account rather than a second or third act of creation. A central theological point is that the Sabbath was established as a sign specifically for the nation of Israel at Mount Sinai, not as a universal command for all humanity from the beginning. The preacher emphasizes the distinction between God's creative power and His work of making, highlighting the unique status of man created in God's image. The message aims to correct misconceptions about biblical chronology and the specific covenantal context of Sabbath observance.

Chaplin Gordon James Klingenschmidt is a former elected Colorado State Representative and also a TV show host. He served honorably as a 20-year veteran who graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy in Political Science and made national headlines as the former Navy Chaplain who dared to pray "in Jesus' name." He is an ordained minister with an earned PhD in Theology, and founded the Pray in Jesus' Name Project. It was 20 years ago on Crosstalk when we first introduced you to Chaplain Klingenschmidt, who came under attack by a commander who punished him in writing on three occasions because he dared to quote Bible verses in church that claim Jesus is the way to heaven. He was downgraded in his evaluations for praying "in Jesus' name" on the ship's microphone, for obtaining Kosher meals for a Jewish sailor, and for refusing to support mandatory attendance quotas for a homosexual church. He was told repeatedly to stop praying in Jesus' name. This left him with a choice; to deny Jesus Christ or to take a stand. He chose to take a stand which cost him his career and related pension. He is now reaching out to President Trump seeking a presidential pardon that could reinstate him to the military for one day so that he can retire and have his pension and back pay restored. Don't miss this opportunity to hear his testimony and learn how these 20 years later, you can push this effort, as Chaplain Klingenschmidt put it, "across the finish line." More Information Resources to help you intervene for Chaplain Klingenschmidt: White House Comment Line—202-456-1111 The Pentagon--703-571-3343 prayinjesusname.org

1. The Principle 2. The Prohibition 3. The Demand LD 41

The seventh commandment, as well as Jesus's teaching in the Sermon on the Mount, teaches us to be holy and chaste in our thoughts, words, and behavior.

The Seventh Commandment calls you to sexual purity not only in your actions, but also in your thoughts, desires, and what you allow into your mind. Rather than trying to manage temptation, God calls you to flee from it and guard your heart because you love Him and desire holiness. When the law exposes how far you fall short, it points you to Christ, whose righteousness covers you and whose grace enables you to pursue a life of purity and faithfulness.

The Seventh Commandment 1. The Loveliness of Purity 2. The Requirement of Purity 3. The Foundation of Purity Lords Day : 41 Read: Ezekiel 16 Psalms : 56; 57; 58:1-5; 58:6-11

This kids message explores the Seventh Commandment through the lens of faithfulness, using reserved seats as an illustration for marital exclusivity and spiritual devotion. It connects the call for husbands and wives to remain faithful to one another with the broader biblical theme of God's covenant love for His people. The message emphasizes that while humans often fail in their fidelity, Jesus remains perfectly faithful to the church despite human unfaithfulness. This divine constancy serves as both a model for human relationships and a source of comfort and forgiveness for believers. Ultimately, the teaching urges all ages to practice faithfulness in heart, word, and action, reflecting Christ's sacrificial love.

We finish the Biblical mention of Sabbaths with a careful look at Colossians, Hebrews, and Revelation. Is there a change of the 4th commandment indicated in any of this?

A look at the 10 commandments as repeated in the New Testament. The 4th commandment is not there, but neither is it abrogated. What says the Spirit?