What Happens When Rules Get in the Way of People? Jesus and the Sabbath That Surprised Everyone (Matthew 12:1-8)
In today’s Daily Bible Refresh, Dr. Brad Miller reads Matthew 12:1–8 from The Message, exploring Jesus’ clash with the Pharisees over Sabbath rules and what it reveals about God’s heart. Drawing from the line, “I prefer a flexible heart to an inflexible ritual,” he unpacks how religious practice can drift from its original purpose, turning gifts like the Sabbath into systems of monitoring and scorekeeping instead of rest, presence, and human wholeness. Through relatable stories about marriage, parenting, walks in nature, and even watching an Indiana Fever game, Dr. Brad invites listeners into…
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