James 1:27. Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself unspotted from the world.
53. Has the Lord appointed these resting-days to be used only in reading and studying the Word of God?
No; He has appointed such days also for the needed rest of mind and body.
54. How do we misuse the day of rest?
1. When we neglect and despise the Word of God.
Eccl. 5:1. Keep thy foot when thou goest to the house of God.
2. When we do work or take part in amusements that either are actually sinful or turn our minds away from God.
55. Is no work permitted on Sunday?
Yes; any work of necessity that cannot be delayed, and any loving kindness we may show our neighbor who is in need. Luk. 14:1–6.