Sabbath
Resources:
Week 1: Why Is It So Hard to Rest? Exodus 5
Jesus invites us to rest. It sounds like the easiest thing in the world... until you actually try to do it. In this message, we explore the possibility that the chronic busyness that passes for normal in our world might be a symptom of a much deeper sickness, a form of spiritual slavery.
Week 2: Sabbath: The One Thing That Changes Everything. Exodus 20
When God wants to lead us into the deep, rich, fullness of life with Him, He gives us nine ways to orient our hearts and one weekly practice: Sabbath. In this message, we explore why God singles out Sabbath as the one thing that we must do if we want to become a people who love God and love others.
Week 3: Sabbath: Killing the "gods" of America. Exodus 16
On Sabbath, we are invited to join God in mocking & killing the "gods" of this world. It may sound violent. It is. But God insists that the gods of consumerism & insatiable desire, the gods of achievement & creating your own value, the gods of numbing, distraction, & restlessness… they must die. Only when we realize that they have no power over us can we be truly free.
Week 4: Sabbath: Practicing Radical Kindness. Deuteronomy 5
In a world of division, loneliness, and social isolation, Sabbath is a place where you show radical grace, generosity, kindness, and love to others, especially those who are not like you. Not because they deserve it. Not because you agree with them. But simply because that’s how God loved you.
Week 5: Sabbath: A Practical Guide to Finding Real Rest. Matthew 12
How do we move from learning about Sabbath to walking in the freedom, rest, and delight promised in Sabbath? In this message, we look at what it means to follow Jesus in His invitation, "Come to Me. You who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest." Click to download a Sabbath worksheet for planning your Sabbath HERE.