Rest

All through the old testament, the Sabbath is emphasized as essential for the people of Israel. Does that mandate apply to us as Christians under the new covenant? We are not under the law any more, but following God’s example of resting one day a week is a great time to refocus on Jesus as the true source of rest. We will all have different ways of taking a sabbath, but if we start with Jesus as the center and not rules of dos and don’ts, the details fall into perspective.

Would you try it once at least? Take a day this weekend to not do all the busy normal things, and rest. Spend time with God. Read a book. Enjoy nature and each other. Trust God with your time, even when you have so many things to do.