Expert: Edward Bode - 8/9/2006

Question
Dear Mr. Bode:

What should I answer to  Seventh-day Adventists when they say that the majority of Christians worship on Sunday, and the majority in religion is always wrong. Is this valid? Are there examples in the Bible where the majority was not wrong?
Thanks, Steve  

Answer
Steve, I would not recommend arguing about Sunday worship on the basis that the majority is wrong.  No biblical evidence here [majority vs. minority] on either side that I am aware of.  However, that is the wrong criterion for argumentation.
Rather, Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life [John].  Jesus is criterion for truth.  He massaged the old law and changed some things about the Sabbath [Mt. -- sermon on the mount].  He passed to His apostles the role and the charisma to  protect and teach His doctrine [post-resurrection appearances in John, Luke, and Matthew].  Already, the first disciples had accepted Sunday [Acts -- Paul preached then].
One further thought.  When talking to others, remember the old axiom: whatever is received is received according to the manner of the one receiving.  For example, if you pour clear water into a blue glass, it looks blue; if you pour it into a red glass, it looks red.  So, it can be a very difficult task to make a point that will convince an Adventist about the Sabbath.
Best wishes and keep up the good work.
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