Luke 6:9

“Then said Jesus unto them, I will ask you one thing; Is it lawful on the sabbath days to do good, or to do evil? to save life, or to destroy it?”

"Then said Jesus unto them, I will ask you one thing; Is it lawful on the sabbath days to do good, or to do evil? to save life, or to destroy it?" - Luke 6:9
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What does Luke 6:9 mean?

The Bible verse Luke 6:9 in the King James Version (KJV) states, "Then said Jesus unto them, I will ask you one thing; Is it lawful on the sabbath days to do good, or to do evil? to save life, or to destroy it?" This verse is spoken by Jesus to the Pharisees and scribes who were…

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Doing Good on the Sabbath: A Call to Compassion

The words of Jesus in Luke 6:9 resonate with timeless truth, addressing not only the customs of His day but also the deep-seated issues of our hearts: “Then said Jesus unto them, I will ask you one thing; Is it lawful on the sabbath days to do good, or to do evil? to save life…

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A Prayer for Righteous Action on the Sabbath

Heavenly Father, In the stillness of this moment, we come before You with open hearts and minds, seeking Your guidance and wisdom as it is written in Your Word. We reflect on the profound words of our Lord Jesus Christ from Luke 6:9: "Then said Jesus unto them, I will ask you…

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