The Problem
Many of us are too busy, and often
that leads to an unhealthy,
deep exhaustion.
The Story of Sabbath Rest
in the Bible
1) God’s rest in Creation. He blessed the day
of rest and made it holy. (Genesis 2:3)
2) God gives the Sabbath to His people to
teach them to trust Him.(Exodus 16)
3) The legalist’s distortion.
4) Jesus’ correction. (Mark 2:23-3:5)
What Jesus Taught About the
Sabbath
1. It is made FOR man.
2. It is right to do GOOD on the
Sabbath. It is right to save life on
the Sabbath.
3. Jesus is Lord over the Sabbath.
Why is Sabbath Rest So
Important for Us?
1.
We need it for our own well-being.
2.
Resets our focus on what really matters:
eternal things.
3.
It tells the story of our salvation: entering
into God’s rest.
4.
Sabbath rest is a shadow of the reality
that is fulfilled in Christ.
The Gift of Sabbath Rest
It is deliberate suspension of busy
activity in order to fully delight in God,
enjoying the blessing of His peace and
rest that He has provided. We do this
through prayer, thankfulness, joy,
worship, relationship with Him, and
refocusing on the things that really
matter.
How to Enjoy the Gift of
Sabbath Rest
1.
Worship.
 Remember God’s rest in Creation.
 Remember Christ’s rest in redemption.
 Look ahead to our rest in eternal salvation.
2. Do what is GOOD on the Sabbath.
Invest in people and relationships.
3. Look up, and breathe deep.
Satisfied delight in God and His rest.