Rick Atchley, speaker on finding rest for our souls and redefining normal, talks about the importance of rest and Sabbath, emphasizes the need to create space to enjoy what we have instead of constantly striving for more, and discusses the significance of reflecting on God's love.
Sabbath provides an opportunity to slow down, find joy, and replenish our souls.
Observing Sabbath helps resist the culture of constant work and prioritize rest and rejuvenation.
Deep dives
Sabbath as a Command to Relax
Sabbath is a day dedicated to rest and relaxation. It is a time to intentionally create space to enjoy what we have instead of constantly striving for more. This includes creating space for others, such as employees, students, and children. The Sabbath allows us to slow down from the busyness of the week and find delight in activities that bring us joy. It is a day to be enjoyed and an opportunity to replenish our souls.
Sabbath as a Time to Remember
Sabbath is not just a day off, but a time to remember our story and where we get our identity. By taking a Sabbath day, we separate the urgent from the most important aspects of our lives. It is a time to reconnect with our purpose and seek God's kingdom first. Embracing Sabbath helps us resist the narratives of our culture that focus solely on productivity and accumulation. Remembering the Sabbath reminds us of our value and that we are more than what we do.
Sabbath as a Form of Resistance
Sabbath is a form of resistance against the pace and demands of our culture. By observing Sabbath, we push back against the idea that we have to constantly work and achieve more. It is a deliberate choice to live differently and prioritize rest and rejuvenation. Sabbath grounds us in the truth that we are not meant to be slaves to work, but rather children of God who flourish in a rhythm of rest and work. Choosing Sabbath is a way to honor our souls and live in alignment with God's intention for us.
Is it well with your soul? For so many of us the honest answer would be "no". We have accepted as normal a way of doing life that is toxic to our inner world. But Jesus is offering a way to live that promises rest for our souls. We can redefine normal. We can take his yoke. We can be soulfull!
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