Sabbath 101 + Covenant Theology Q&A | Rest, Remnant, and Real Talk ⏰📖

by | Nov 30, 2025 | Articles | 0 comments

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Candid Conversations Live Q&A

Ever wondered how the Sabbath fits into a Jesus-centered life—or how covenant theology differs between Seventh-day Adventists and other traditions? In this video, we take a clear, conversation-style walk-through creation, covenant, Jesus, Paul, Hebrews, and the early church… then dive into a lively Q&A on how SDAs frame covenant, the Decalogue, and the remnant. Grab your coffee ☕ and join the chat!

What you’ll get:

  • A fast, Scripture-rooted map of Sabbath from Genesis to Revelation 🌍➡️👑

  • Four faithful ways Christians practice rest today—without turning it into a grind 🛑➡️🕊️

  • A fair look at the Adventist view: Sabbath as covenant sign, Christ’s heavenly ministry, and remnant identity 🔍

  • Where SDAs converge with the wider church—and where they differ (law/gospel, sacred days, sanctuary) 🧭

  • Honest strengths and vulnerabilities, plus how to practice grace in real conversations ❤️

Highlights:

  • Creation to Covenant: Why rest is gift first, guidance second 🙌

  • Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath—what that means for your weekly rhythm ✨

  • Romans 14 and Colossians 2: sacred days, conscience, and freedom 🤝

  • Hebrews 4: “There remains a sabbath-rest”—entering rest today 🕯️

  • Remnant and Revelation: commandments and the faith of Jesus (Rev 14:12) 🔥

Scripture threads to follow along:

  • Sabbath gift and purpose: Genesis 2:2–3; Exodus 20:8–11; Deuteronomy 5:12–15

  • Jesus and mercy: Mark 2:27–28; Matthew 12:1–12

  • Conscience and days: Romans 14:5–6; Colossians 2:16–17

  • Rest now: Hebrews 3–4

  • Covenant heartbeat: Jeremiah 31:31–34; Hebrews 8:8–13

  • Remnant lens: Revelation 12:17; 14:6–12

Join the conversation:

  • Which tension hits you more—risking legalism or losing a life-giving rhythm? 😅

  • How do you practice weekly rest without making it a badge? 🗓️💬

If you’re rethinking your background or just starting fresh, you are free in Christ. The Spirit is your seal. Jesus is your rest. Practice rest as a joyful gift—not a scoreboard. 🌿

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Resources mentioned (starter list):

  • Seventh-day Adventist Fundamental Beliefs (esp. Law, Sabbath, Sanctuary)

  • Ellen G. White, The Great Controversy

  • D. A. Carson (ed.), From Sabbath to Lord’s Day

  • Craig R. Koester, Hebrews; G. K. Beale, Revelation

  • Early church snapshots: Didache 14; Ignatius; Justin Martyr

Let’s rest well, think deeply, and keep Jesus at the center. 🙏✨

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