Go Church Sermons Summer Essentials, Finding Rest: Week 1, Pastor Nick Callaway
Jul 1, 2025
Feeling perpetually tired? Dive into the refreshing perspective that rest isn't just a reward, but a vital rhythm of life. Discover how the concept of Sabbath from Genesis teaches us about balancing work with downtime. With funny anecdotes and heartfelt insights, learn to see rest as holy and essential for your soul. Plus, find practical ways to embrace Sabbath rest through worship and family ties. This is your chance to reconnect with the beauty of real rest in a relationship with Jesus.
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Rest as a Divine Rhythm
- God created the world in six days and then rested on the seventh, making rest holy and foundational.
- Rest is not a punishment or a reward but a rhythm God set in creation for all time.
A Cereal Bowl and Sabbath Story
- Nick Callaway shares a childhood story about using his mom's china for cereal to illustrate the special nature of Sabbath rest.
- He contrasts everyday use items with those set apart for special occasions, symbolizing how God made the Sabbath holy.
Sabbath in the Top 10 Commandments
- Sabbath rest is so important it is included in God's top 10 commandments alongside moral laws.
- This highlights that resting regularly is not optional but essential for a holy life.