Scripture: Mark 2:23-28, The Pharisees accuse Jesus' disciples of violating the Sabbath and say the Sabbath should be set apart and be kept holy. Jesus uses the opportunity to claim divine authority and assert His Messianic status. He clarifies God's purpose in establishing the Sabbath. This day of rest was primarily intended to restore people, not make them slaves of rules and regulations. May we all hear what Jesus has to say. He is now our Sabbath rest, our sins have been forgiven.