Jesus Christ did not annul the Sabbath but magnified its importance, restoring it to its original God-given intent. He emphasized that the Sabbath was made for man, to equip us to come out of spiritual slavery and to help us remain free, as stated in Mark 2:27. Far from abrogating it, He liberalized it only in contrast to the Pharisees' perverted, bondage-producing approach, focusing on its purpose of blessing, deliverance, liberty, and redemption. His actions and teachings, such as healing on the Sabbath and defending His disciples' actions in Matthew 12:1-8, demonstrate that the Sabbath is a day for doing good, showing mercy, and engaging in loving service rather than adhering to rigid ritualistic rules. Through His ministry, He tied the Sabbath to concepts of liberation, as seen in His inaugural sermon quoting Isaiah 61:1-2, identifying His mission with setting people free from bondage. Jesus, as Lord of the Sabbath, exemplified its true purpose by prioritizing acts of salvation and compassion over legalistic observance, providing a foundation for judging the value of our own Sabbath activities.