211: Healing on the Sabbath: When Compassion Confronts Religion
Why did Jesus keep healing on the Sabbath, knowing it would stir conflict? In this episode, Rohan Bell and Adrian Gallagher explore how Jesus challenges legalism with mercy, reframing what true obedience looks like when people are in need. Get ready to rethink how you approach rules, compassion, and spiritual growth.
👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...
🧠Why Jesus healed on the Sabbath — and what it reveals about God’s priorities
đź“ś How religion can build fences that block mercy
💥 Why Jesus deliberately challenged the Pharisees’ worldview
đź«‚ How compassion should always come before ritual
🧠The role of teachability in our walk with God
⏱️ Timestamps
00:00 – Intro and context: Jesus healing on the Sabbath
03:00 – Oral tradition, fences, and the danger of legalism
06:00 – Mercy vs. rules: when faith becomes unjust
10:00 – The power of teachability and spiritual self-reflection
12:00 – Prioritising people over programs in everyday life
🙋‍♂️ Reflection and Application
Have you ever let religious rules or personal routines get in the way of showing mercy? Are you open to God reshaping your thinking—even if it challenges what you've always believed?
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