Sabbath: A Biblical Approach to Nourishing Friends and FamilySample

Beneath the loud hum of our hustle, there is the still, small voice that invites us to step away from producing and rushing so we can spend time in His presence being restored and blessed.

God, being the kind guide and Abba that He is, asks us to commit to something for our own wellness and wholeness. You won’t hear an argument from me—not one problematic peep—when God tells me to step away from the computer and curl up for a midday nap instead! Setting aside and respecting a holy time of rest is more than a command; it is a gift.

Because it was made for us, embracing Sabbath shifts a daily, “nothing special” experience into a mysteriously divine one. We transform a time of renewal into a spiritual practice. We bring meaning to the smallest of routines. We elevate a simple meal to a sacred ritual of connection and gratitude. And those changes have nothing to do with what we wear, serve, do, or the social status of who we feed. It has everything to do with the state of our heart.

And believe me, I understand that it isn’t always easy to get to that state of heart and mind. I mean, we’re living full lives that are demanding on even the slow days, right? As you personalize routines and rituals, you will uncover a Sabbath way of going about your week. You’ll find new ways of viewing tasks and priorities, serving your family, cultivating your own wellness, and connecting with the Creator who is eager for you to rest in Him.

Prayer

Lord, Your rhythms of Sabbath and seasons, gratefulness and sustenance, savor and service, are how I honor You.

Help me embrace and embody Your rhythms so that I may know peace and wholeness.

As I follow Your rhythms, may my table lead others to You, to peace and wholeness.

Amen.