The Hebrew word used here means, “A public
meeting...assembly, calling,
reading.” (Strong’s Concordance)
19. What did Jesus say about where there are only two
or three gathered
together in His name?
Matthew 18:20
20. The ruler of the synagogue was indignant because
Jesus had done what
on the Sabbath day?
Luke 13:14
21. In reply, Jesus declared that those whom Satan has
bound may be what
on the Sabbath?
Luke 13:16
In following our Lord’s example, we may find many ways
on the Sabbath day
to loose others from Satan’s bonds, bringing
encouragement to the lonely,
and hope to those in need of comfort and cheer. Some
suggestions may be
found in Matthew 25:35-40.
Through nature, we may be brought closer to our
Creator on the Sabbath
day. As a weekly memorial of God’s perfect creation,
the Sabbath hours
may be appropriately spent in a contemplation of His
handiwork, as well
as in communion with Him through Bible study and
prayer.
23. What has the Lord said about those who can’t wait
for the Sabbath to
be over?
Amos 8:5, 7
