Mundy's Quote for the Day
Have you ever wondered why the Jews keep the Sabbath (Saturday), and the Christian's celebrate The Lord's Day on Sunday (the first day of the week)? Then, wonder no more. I am providing you with the answers in a very simple manner to both questions. If you really want to know the biblical truth, research the Bible books, chapters and verses provided.
Enjoy your Bible study and be greatly rewarded and blessed in your research for wisdom of the why's of two different days of worship. - Reverend Lynwood F. Mundy
Lord’s Day, the
As well as keeping the Sabbath, the first Christians assembled together on the first day of the week to commemorate Jesus Christ’s resurrection through the Lord’s Supper. The Lord’s Day quickly became the focal point of the Christian week, eventually assuming the characteristics of the Jewish Sabbath, namely worship and rest.
The disciples continued to observe the Sabbath
Lk 23:56 See also Ac 13:14,42; 16:13; 17:2; 18:4
The Lord’s Day commemorated Jesus Christ’s resurrection
The resurrection took place on the first day of the week Mk 16:9 See also Mt 28:1-7 pp Mk 16:1-7 pp Lk 24:1-6 pp Jn 20:1
The disciples assembled together on the first day of the week Ac 20:7 See also Jn 20:19-20,24-26
The Lord’s Day took over the role of the Sabbath
1 Cor. 16:2 See also Rev 1:10
Manser, Martin H. Dictionary of Bible Themes: The Accessible and Comprehensive Tool for Topical Studies. London: Martin Manser, 2009. Print.
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