IFCA International (Independent Fundamental Churches of America)
Church of God (Cleveland, Tennessee)
Nuanced

Sunday worship as Lord's Day; no strict Sabbatarian obligation; Christian liberty

The International Church of the Foursquare Gospel practices Sunday worship as the Lord's Day, celebrating the resurrection of Christ, but does not teach strict Sabbatarian observance. The Church honors the principle of rest and worship but does not impose Old Testament Sabbath laws on believers as mandatory. Believers have Christian freedom regarding Sabbath observance and are not bound by rules prohibiting work or particular activities.

While the Church values a day set apart for worship, rest, and spiritual renewal, this is understood as a matter of Christian practice and wisdom rather than a binding law. Sunday is the primary gathering day for worship and celebration of Christ's resurrection, but the Church does not teach that Sabbath violation is sinful or that particular rules must be observed.

Key Distinctions

Day observed:
Old Testament Sabbath law not binding; Christian liberty affirmed
Observance theology:
Sabbath principle honored; not enforced by legalistic rules

Scripture References

Sources

  • International Church of the Foursquare Gospel Declaration of Faith
  • Foursquare Church teaching on Christian freedom and worship