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    Which Old Testament Laws Apply to Christians Today?
    The Covenants and the Sabbath
    Should Christians Keep Old Testament Laws?
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    Old Testament Laws and Christians Series

    By Grace Communion International, J. Michael Feazell, Paul Kroll and

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    About this series

    This book compiles in one document the contents of several smaller e-books: What Does the Bible Say About the Old and New Covenants?, Should Christians Keep Old Testament Laws?, Should Christians Keep the Annual Festivals God Gave the Ancient Israelites?, Which Old Testament Laws Apply to Christians Today?, What Does the Bible Say About the Sabbath?, The Christian Sabbath: Divine Rest in Jesus Christ, The Covenants and the Sabbath, Open Letters to an Adventist: Is the Sabbath a Ceremonial Law?, and Sabbath and Sunday in History. Although there is some inevitable repetition in these articles, they have been edited to provide a systematic study of this issue.

    The chapters in this e-book originated, for the most part, in the years 1995–1999 as our denomination re-examined the question of Old Testament laws. Although several Old Testament laws were foundational to our existence as a denomination, we studied them afresh from Scripture, and found that we had built on the wrong foundation. There was a tremendous cost, both financial and human, to our doctrinal change, but we were compelled by the word of God to change. You can read more about our doctrinal journey at www.gci.org/aboutus/history.

    The articles have all been edited in 2012–2014 by Michael Morrison. In some cases important edits were made because we have grown in our understanding of some topics since these articles were originally written. We are happy to share them with others, not only on our website but also in this e-book format. We believe that these studies can help many Christians come to a better understanding of how the Old Testament is relevant to Christians today.

    May God bless you as you read and study.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherGrace Communion International
    Release dateMar 11, 2014
    Which Old Testament Laws Apply to Christians Today?
    The Covenants and the Sabbath
    Should Christians Keep Old Testament Laws?

    Titles in the series (10)

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      Should Christians Keep Old Testament Laws?
      Should Christians Keep Old Testament Laws?

      Should Christians Keep Old Testament Laws?

      Grace Communion International
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      Some Christians feel that they should keep Old Testament laws such as the seventh-day Sabbath and avoiding "unclean" meats. The articles in this e-book collection address that, starting with the point that yes, Christians should obey God -- but are the Old Testament laws the laws that we should obey? The Old Covenant is obsolete, and is not a valid source of laws. The example of circumcision shows that God-given laws can be, depending on how you look at it, either swept aside or kept in the spirit, not in the letter.

      Some Christians feel that they should keep Old Testament laws such as the seventh-day Sabbath and avoiding "unclean" meats. The articles in this e-book collection address that, starting with the point that yes, Christians should obey God -- but are the Old Testament laws the laws that we should obey? The Old Covenant is obsolete, and is not a valid source of laws. The example of circumcision shows that God-given laws can be, depending on how you look at it, either swept aside or kept in the spirit, not in the letter.

    • Which Old Testament Laws Apply to Christians Today?
      Which Old Testament Laws Apply to Christians Today?

      Which Old Testament Laws Apply to Christians Today?

      Michael D. Morrison
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      When Christians read the Old Testament, they are often puzzled. They find many laws that seem to be part of Christianity, and yet they also find many laws that no one obeys. Laws of sacrifice, rituals and civil laws are mixed together with laws that tell people how to get along with others. How can a Christian know which laws to keep? Does the Bible tell us? This series of Bible studies explores this topic in detail. You will need to look up each of the scriptures you find listed, because we have not taken the space to quote them. But it is worth the time to learn about how we ought to obey our Creator and Savior. We’ll begin with some general principles so that we lay a good foundation for discussing specific laws later in this study. First, we will establish from Scripture that Christians are expected to obey God. Then we will look at God’s laws — starting in the time before Moses, then a closer look at the covenant made at Mt. Sinai. We will see how Jesus, Paul and the early church deal with the difference between old and new, then explore that difference with a few examples of laws that almost all Christians agree are obsolete. We then apply those principles to the seven annual Sabbaths, dietary laws, and the weekly Sabbath. We close by noting some of the commands the New Testament gives us, and end by emphasizing that, although Christians should obey God, our salvation is received on the basis of faith, not on the basis of our obedience.

      When Christians read the Old Testament, they are often puzzled. They find many laws that seem to be part of Christianity, and yet they also find many laws that no one obeys. Laws of sacrifice, rituals and civil laws are mixed together with laws that tell people how to get along with others. How can a Christian know which laws to keep? Does the Bible tell us? This series of Bible studies explores this topic in detail. You will need to look up each of the scriptures you find listed, because we have not taken the space to quote them. But it is worth the time to learn about how we ought to obey our Creator and Savior. We’ll begin with some general principles so that we lay a good foundation for discussing specific laws later in this study. First, we will establish from Scripture that Christians are expected to obey God. Then we will look at God’s laws — starting in the time before Moses, then a closer look at the covenant made at Mt. Sinai. We will see how Jesus, Paul and the early church deal with the difference between old and new, then explore that difference with a few examples of laws that almost all Christians agree are obsolete. We then apply those principles to the seven annual Sabbaths, dietary laws, and the weekly Sabbath. We close by noting some of the commands the New Testament gives us, and end by emphasizing that, although Christians should obey God, our salvation is received on the basis of faith, not on the basis of our obedience.

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      The Covenants and the Sabbath
      The Covenants and the Sabbath

      The Covenants and the Sabbath

      Paul Kroll
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      In these articles, Paul Kroll examines whether the seventh-day Sabbath is a valid law for Christians. Since the only commands for the Sabbath are in the laws of Moses, he begins by exploring whether the Law of Moses has authority over Christians. It does not; Christians are to obey God based on the new covenant, not the old. Kroll then explores auxiliary questions about Genesis, Hebrews and Jesus.

      In these articles, Paul Kroll examines whether the seventh-day Sabbath is a valid law for Christians. Since the only commands for the Sabbath are in the laws of Moses, he begins by exploring whether the Law of Moses has authority over Christians. It does not; Christians are to obey God based on the new covenant, not the old. Kroll then explores auxiliary questions about Genesis, Hebrews and Jesus.

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      The Christian Sabbath: Divine Rest in Jesus Christ
      The Christian Sabbath: Divine Rest in Jesus Christ

      The Christian Sabbath: Divine Rest in Jesus Christ

      J. Michael Feazell
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      Are Christians required to keep the seventh-day Sabbath? No. Mike Feazell explains that the Sabbath was a temporary law, designed (like various other old covenant laws) to point to Christ. Now that he has come, we do not need the pointer when we have the real thing. Just as the old covenant days reminded the Israelites of their salvation from Egypt, new covenant worship reminds us of Christ.

      Are Christians required to keep the seventh-day Sabbath? No. Mike Feazell explains that the Sabbath was a temporary law, designed (like various other old covenant laws) to point to Christ. Now that he has come, we do not need the pointer when we have the real thing. Just as the old covenant days reminded the Israelites of their salvation from Egypt, new covenant worship reminds us of Christ.

    • Should Christians Keep the Annual Festivals God Gave the Ancient Israelites?
      Should Christians Keep the Annual Festivals God Gave the Ancient Israelites?

      Should Christians Keep the Annual Festivals God Gave the Ancient Israelites?

      Michael D. Morrison
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      In the books of Moses, God told his people to keep several annual festivals: Passover, Unleavened Bread, Pentecost, Trumpets, Atonement, and Tabernacles. Are these festivals still required for Christians? We analyze the biblical evidence and conclude that no, we do not have to keep them. Then what were they for? We look at how these festivals had details that symbolized the work of Jesus Christ. Even so, not all details have symbolic meaning.

      In the books of Moses, God told his people to keep several annual festivals: Passover, Unleavened Bread, Pentecost, Trumpets, Atonement, and Tabernacles. Are these festivals still required for Christians? We analyze the biblical evidence and conclude that no, we do not have to keep them. Then what were they for? We look at how these festivals had details that symbolized the work of Jesus Christ. Even so, not all details have symbolic meaning.

    • What Does the Bible Say About the Old and New Covenants?
      What Does the Bible Say About the Old and New Covenants?

      What Does the Bible Say About the Old and New Covenants?

      Michael D. Morrison
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      Christians sometimes wonder why the Old Testament and New Testament are different. Some theologians stress similarity, but others stress differences. In this book, we examine every biblical occurrence of the Hebrew and Greek words for covenant. We also look at related subjects: "the law of Moses," whether tithing is commanded for Christians, and the role of the Ten Commandments in Christian ethics

      Christians sometimes wonder why the Old Testament and New Testament are different. Some theologians stress similarity, but others stress differences. In this book, we examine every biblical occurrence of the Hebrew and Greek words for covenant. We also look at related subjects: "the law of Moses," whether tithing is commanded for Christians, and the role of the Ten Commandments in Christian ethics

    • What Does the Bible Say About the Sabbath?
      What Does the Bible Say About the Sabbath?

      What Does the Bible Say About the Sabbath?

      Michael D. Morrison
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      A systematic examination of each scripture about the Sabbath, with careful attention to what it says and what it does not say. Special attention is given to Genesis 1, the teachings of Jesus, and the practice of Paul. The book concludes with a summary chapter addressing the most common arguments. Conclusion: Christians are not required to observe the seventh-day Sabbath.

      A systematic examination of each scripture about the Sabbath, with careful attention to what it says and what it does not say. Special attention is given to Genesis 1, the teachings of Jesus, and the practice of Paul. The book concludes with a summary chapter addressing the most common arguments. Conclusion: Christians are not required to observe the seventh-day Sabbath.

    • Sabbath and Sunday in History: Research Papers by Michael D. Morrison, Thomas C. Hanson, and Ralph G. Orr
      Sabbath and Sunday in History: Research Papers by Michael D. Morrison, Thomas C. Hanson, and Ralph G. Orr

      Sabbath and Sunday in History: Research Papers by Michael D. Morrison, Thomas C. Hanson, and Ralph G. Orr

      Grace Communion International
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      The church was originally composed of religiously observant Jews, and they kept the seventh-day Sabbath. However, within 100 years, almost all churches were meeting on Sundays. How did this change come about? These papers explore the evidence and offer hypotheses. In the 17th century, some Christians in England began observing the seventh-day Sabbath. How did that reversal come about?

      The church was originally composed of religiously observant Jews, and they kept the seventh-day Sabbath. However, within 100 years, almost all churches were meeting on Sundays. How did this change come about? These papers explore the evidence and offer hypotheses. In the 17th century, some Christians in England began observing the seventh-day Sabbath. How did that reversal come about?

    • Open Letters to an Adventist: Is the Sabbath a Ceremonial Law?
      Open Letters to an Adventist: Is the Sabbath a Ceremonial Law?

      Open Letters to an Adventist: Is the Sabbath a Ceremonial Law?

      Michael D. Morrison
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      In 1999, Ministry magazine, an Adventist publication, published a two-part editorial titled "Why the Seventh Day?" It's a good question. Michael Morrison responded with a letter of his own, praising the author for some points and questioning others. After a reply from the author, Morrison responded with an outline of why he does not think that the seventh day is not commanded any longer. There is also an essay about whether the Sabbath is a moral law, as Adventists claim, or a ceremonial law. How do we define "ceremonial," and did Jesus treat the Sabbath as a moral law? Also included in this e-book is the long sermon by Joseph Tkach, then pastor general of the Worldwide Church of God. It was the "bombshell" sermon that announced that the WCG would no longer be a Sabbatarian church. This is followed by a couple of articles dealing with practical matters.

      In 1999, Ministry magazine, an Adventist publication, published a two-part editorial titled "Why the Seventh Day?" It's a good question. Michael Morrison responded with a letter of his own, praising the author for some points and questioning others. After a reply from the author, Morrison responded with an outline of why he does not think that the seventh day is not commanded any longer. There is also an essay about whether the Sabbath is a moral law, as Adventists claim, or a ceremonial law. How do we define "ceremonial," and did Jesus treat the Sabbath as a moral law? Also included in this e-book is the long sermon by Joseph Tkach, then pastor general of the Worldwide Church of God. It was the "bombshell" sermon that announced that the WCG would no longer be a Sabbatarian church. This is followed by a couple of articles dealing with practical matters.

    • Christians and Old Testament Laws
      Christians and Old Testament Laws

      Christians and Old Testament Laws

      Grace Communion International
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      This book compiles in one document the contents of several smaller e-books: What Does the Bible Say About the Old and New Covenants?, Should Christians Keep Old Testament Laws?, Should Christians Keep the Annual Festivals God Gave the Ancient Israelites?, Which Old Testament Laws Apply to Christians Today?, What Does the Bible Say About the Sabbath?, The Christian Sabbath: Divine Rest in Jesus Christ, The Covenants and the Sabbath, Open Letters to an Adventist: Is the Sabbath a Ceremonial Law?, and Sabbath and Sunday in History. Although there is some inevitable repetition in these articles, they have been edited to provide a systematic study of this issue. The chapters in this e-book originated, for the most part, in the years 1995–1999 as our denomination re-examined the question of Old Testament laws. Although several Old Testament laws were foundational to our existence as a denomination, we studied them afresh from Scripture, and found that we had built on the wrong foundation. There was a tremendous cost, both financial and human, to our doctrinal change, but we were compelled by the word of God to change. You can read more about our doctrinal journey at www.gci.org/aboutus/history. The articles have all been edited in 2012–2014 by Michael Morrison. In some cases important edits were made because we have grown in our understanding of some topics since these articles were originally written. We are happy to share them with others, not only on our website but also in this e-book format. We believe that these studies can help many Christians come to a better understanding of how the Old Testament is relevant to Christians today. May God bless you as you read and study.

      This book compiles in one document the contents of several smaller e-books: What Does the Bible Say About the Old and New Covenants?, Should Christians Keep Old Testament Laws?, Should Christians Keep the Annual Festivals God Gave the Ancient Israelites?, Which Old Testament Laws Apply to Christians Today?, What Does the Bible Say About the Sabbath?, The Christian Sabbath: Divine Rest in Jesus Christ, The Covenants and the Sabbath, Open Letters to an Adventist: Is the Sabbath a Ceremonial Law?, and Sabbath and Sunday in History. Although there is some inevitable repetition in these articles, they have been edited to provide a systematic study of this issue. The chapters in this e-book originated, for the most part, in the years 1995–1999 as our denomination re-examined the question of Old Testament laws. Although several Old Testament laws were foundational to our existence as a denomination, we studied them afresh from Scripture, and found that we had built on the wrong foundation. There was a tremendous cost, both financial and human, to our doctrinal change, but we were compelled by the word of God to change. You can read more about our doctrinal journey at www.gci.org/aboutus/history. The articles have all been edited in 2012–2014 by Michael Morrison. In some cases important edits were made because we have grown in our understanding of some topics since these articles were originally written. We are happy to share them with others, not only on our website but also in this e-book format. We believe that these studies can help many Christians come to a better understanding of how the Old Testament is relevant to Christians today. May God bless you as you read and study.

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    Grace Communion International

    Grace Communion International is a Christian denomination with about 30,000 members, worshiping in about 550 congregations in almost 70 nations and territories. We began in 1934 and our main office is in North Carolina. In the United States, we are members of the National Association of Evangelicals and similar organizations in other nations. We welcome you to visit our website at www.gci.org.

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