Intro:
What do you want most out of life?
Unlimited desire + finite humanity = restlessness
"You have made us for yourself, and our heart is restless until it rests in you."
- Augustine
Stopping for Sabbath rest: (Luke 4:14-16)
1. It all begins with God. (Genesis 1:1)
a. God works (1:3-26) and God rests (2:1).
b. The first thing God makes holy is a period
of time. (2:1-3)
2. Sabbath rest is about the journey of life God wants
for you. (Exodus 16)
a. Sabbath rest requires anticipation and
intentionality. (vs. 21-23)
b. Sabbath rest is more about imitating God than
following rules. (vs. 24-27)
"Rest yourself before you wreck yourself."
- Kevin DeYoung, Crazy Busy
3. Sabbath rest is about resting in Christ. (Mark 2:23-28)
a. It's more than physical rest. It is spiritual rest for
believers. (Hebrews 4:1-3a)
b. It is about trusting God. (Psalm 46:10)
"Fortunately for us, God breaks into our work and says, "OK, good job. Now it's time to rest. Don't worry, I'll keep an eye on the universe." - Richard Swenson, The Overload Syndrome
4. How do you practice Sabbath?
a. Pick a time. (Genesis 1)
b. Prepare for that time. (Exodus 16)
c. Fill that time. (Mark 2)
d. Protect that time. (Psalm 46)
Final Thought:
What we make room for in our life shows what we value most in our hearts. Make room for Sabbath.
