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  • Leviticus 23 Explained

    Leviticus 23 describes Israel’s appointed feasts, highlighting their significance in worship and God’s redemptive work. It emphasizes the Sabbath, Passover, Unleavened Bread, Firstfruits, Pentecost, Trumpets, Atonement, and Tabernacles, each culminating in Christ’s fulfillment, pointing towards themes of holiness, atonement, resurrection, and eternal dwelling with God.

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  • What is the Law of Christ in 1 Corinthians 9:21?

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    For a Sabbatarian, the “law of Christ” in 1 Corinthians 9:21 includes the moral law, summarized in the Ten Commandments, with the Fourth Commandment observed as the Lord’s Day. It reflects the eternal moral principles of God, fulfilled in Christ and applied to the believer’s life through the Spirit. This perspective sees continuity between the…

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  • What Old Testament institutions are types of Christ?

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    Old Testament institutions, such as the priesthood, sacrificial system, and kingship, foreshadow and find fulfillment in Jesus Christ. These types reveal God’s redemptive plan, illustrating how Christ embodies the ultimate High Priest, sacrifice, and King. Each institution deepens understanding of Christ’s work and highlights the continuity of Scripture.

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  • Is Yom Kippur a Day of Rest?

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    The Day of Atonement, or Yom Kippur, emphasizes rest based on Levitical instructions, signifying humanity’s reliance on God’s provision for atonement. This rest reflects spiritual cleansing and anticipates eternal rest in Christ. Believers are called to cease works-based righteousness and embrace the sufficiency of Christ’s sacrifice, secured by a perfect communion with God.

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