Each ordinance, each statute, each Old Testament picture points to Jesus and gives us a clearer picture of Him (Luke 24:27). Consider, for example, the Sabbath. There are those who say things like, “If you don’t worship on Saturday, you’re violating the law.” Like Paul, our answer can be, “Sabbaths and all of those regulations are simply a shadow of the reality of the Person of Jesus Christ” (see Colossians 2:16, 17). Folks, there are people in “church-ianity,” in legalism, who are caught up in the shadows when the reality is Christ. You see, He is our Sabbath. He is our Rest. He is the Reality. Not only is Jesus the reality of the law, but there is practicality for us in the law. That is why Jesus said, “The Sabbath was made for man’s benefit. It was given to you by the Father in order that you might have a day of rest and relaxation. But you’ve turned it into a responsibility and an obligation” (Mark 2:27). When you look at the law, listen to the heart of the Father. Don’t get caught up in the technicalities. When you read the Old Testament, say, “Lord, show me something about You and something practical for me.” Precious brother, dear sister—my prayer for you today is a very simple one: that God would keep you from the depression and exhaustion that are the result of a preoccupation with rules and regulations, obligations and stipulations—that you might know what it means to be dead to Mr. Perfect and married to Another who loves you unconditionally and will lead you day by day in joy and liberty. Courson, J. (2003). Jon Courson’s Application Commentary (p. 936). Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson.
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