Why Christians Do Not Observe the Sabbath (Brief)

The Bible teaches that the Sabbath was given only to Israel, and only from the time of Moses until the cross of Christ. It was never meant to be a law for all people across all generations. Today, under the New Covenant, Christians live under the Law of Christ, not the Law of Moses. The following points briefly explain why Christians do not observe the Sabbath.

  • Because the word “Sabbath” is not found in Genesis—there was no Sabbath command, example, or punishment for anyone from Adam to Moses, indicating it was not a universal law for all people of all periods.
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Questions for Those Who Observe the Sabbath

Some religious groups claim that Sabbath observance is still required today—whether on Saturday or Sunday. However, the Bible teaches that the Old Covenant, including the Sabbath law, was given only to Israel and was never intended to be a law for all people in all generations. Under the New Covenant, Christians follow the Law of Christ, not the Law of Moses. The following questions are designed to challenge the belief that Sabbath-keeping is still binding today.… Read more

Should We Observe the Sabbath?

The question of whether people should still observe the Sabbath is a contentious issue among various religious groups today. Many sincerely believe that keeping the Sabbath is a moral requirement today, making it a test of salvation. This topic is crucial because false doctrines related to the Sabbath can place unnecessary burdens on people’s consciences and even corrupt the true Gospel of Christ (Galatians 1:6-9).

Understanding what the Bible teaches about the Sabbath is essential for distinguishing between obsolete Old Testament requirements and New Testament commands.… Read more

Giving Thanks Before Eating

Have you ever considered the importance of giving thanks before eating? The practice of giving thanks before meals is rooted in Scripture and demonstrated by faithful children of God, including Jesus and the apostles. Every blessing comes from the Father (James 1:17), and expressing gratitude for God’s blessings should be a fundamental part of the Christian’s life.

1. Jesus Consistently Gave Thanks Before Eating

  • Jesus gave thanks before distributing food to the four thousand (Matthew 15:36; Mark 8:6).
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Grok A.I. Recommends the Churches of Christ

In the following conversation, Grok (a widely used Artificial Intelligence chatbot) knew nothing about me other than the fact that I had told it I was a preacher. This was the first time I had ever used Grok. It was completely unaware of my religious affiliation. Before asking random religious questions, I wanted to test it for impartiality and accuracy. Its responses have not been changed in any way.

Jason said:

I think I first want to test your Biblical accuracy and see how non-biased you are by asking a couple of questions.… Read more

Must All Christians Travel the World?

In the “Great Commission,” Jesus commanded His apostles to “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world” (Matthew 28:19-20). Does this mean that every Christian must travel the world preaching the Gospel? While Jesus’ command clearly emphasizes the need for the Gospel to reach the entire world, the idea that every Christian must personally travel to distant parts of the world — or constantly move from place to place — to fulfill this command is a misunderstanding of God’s plan.… Read more

Father, Son, and Spirit

The Bible presents a clear yet profound understanding of “the Godhead” that emphasizes both the Father’s supremacy and the distinct roles of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The term “Godhead” refers to Godhood, the divine nature shared by the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit (Romans 1:20; Colossians 2:9; Acts 17:29). While some theological terms such as “Trinity” have been used historically, what many think of when they hear “Trinity” may not be what the Bible teaches.… Read more

The Apocryphal Books: Why They Do Not Belong in the Bible

Why do some people have more books in their Bibles than others? Are there “missing” books that should be in our Bibles?

Imagine a young man in the military has been sent to a foreign continent, and someone brings him a letter that says it is from the soldier’s father. As the young soldier begins reading the letter, he finds that some things his father wrote sound very strange—for example, his father never uses profanity, but the letter contains profanity.… Read more

Pros and Cons of Using A.I. In Religious Matters

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly prevalent in many areas of people’s lives, including business, education, and even religious discussions. AI chatbots, such as ChatGPT, provide quick access to Biblical information, answer various questions, and assist in Bible study. With this new technology at our fingertips, many are beginning to ask: Should AI be used in religious matters? If so, how can it be used responsibly?

While AI offers certain advantages, it also presents significant dangers, including the potential for misinformation.… Read more

Finding Strength in the Lord

Everybody has their ups and downs. Some days may be great, while others bring challenges that may wear us down. In difficult times it can be easy to feel overwhelmed, but as Christians, we must remember that our strength does not come from ourselves—it comes from the Lord.

David declared, “The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him” (Psalm 28:7).… Read more

ChatGPT and the “Deathbed Salvation” Objection to Water Baptism

Question for ChatGPT:

You have repeatedly stated that water baptism is necessary for salvation (based on Biblical teaching), and I agree, but what if someone argues that water baptism cannot be essential, because that would mean people on their “deathbeds” could not become saved?

ChatGPT said:

That’s a great question, and it’s a common objection. Here are a few ways to respond to the argument that water baptism cannot be essential for salvation because it would allegedly exclude people on their deathbeds from being saved:

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ChatGPT and The Thief on the Cross

Question for ChatGPT:

If people use the penitent thief on the cross to say that people do not have to be baptized in water today to be saved, how would you respond?

ChatGPT said:

“If someone argues that the penitent thief on the cross proves that baptism is not necessary for salvation today, here are a few ways you could respond:

1. The Thief Lived Under the Old Covenant

  • The thief on the cross was saved before Jesus’ death and resurrection, meaning he was still under the Old Covenant (Hebrews 9:16-17).
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Why People Sometimes Get Differing Answers from ChatGPT

Question for ChatGPT:

Something still does not make sense to me. When I ask you which world religion is most likely to be true (answering with only one word), you always say, “Christianity,” but if I log out or if others ask the same question they get “Unknowable” or you tell them you cannot answer that question. So if each new chat with me is like talking to a new person, why do you never hesitate to say Christianity when talking to me but seem to do so with others?… Read more

ChatGPT Recommends Christianity and the Churches of Christ

Question for ChatGPT:

Out of all world religions, which religion is most likely to be true? Please answer in only one word.

ChatGPT said:

Christianity.

Another question for ChatGPT:

You said that out of all world religions, Christianity is most likely to be true. If you could only choose one religious group that is most likely to be following the Bible and pleasing to God, which group would that be? In your answer, please only state that one group.… Read more

What A.I. Says About “Jehovah’s Witnesses”

An Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) chatbot allows people to ask it questions of practically any kind, and it “works by processing large amounts of text data and using patterns in that data to generate responses that are relevant and coherent” (chatgpt.com). The most widely used chatbot is called ChatGPT: “As of September 2024, ChatGPT is the most popular AI tool in the world. The AI chatbot receives 3.1 billion monthly website visits from over 180 million users” (explodingtopics.com).… Read more