
Practising the Way.
Sabbath.
Recover the Sacred Rhythm of Rest
In a world that never stops moving, where busyness is worn like a badge of honor, the practice of Sabbath is a countercultural act of trust and renewal. It is a 24-hour period set aside to stop, rest, delight, and worship—a weekly invitation to step off the treadmill of hurry and into the deep rest your soul longs for.
The Sabbath is more than just a day off. It is a sacred rhythm woven into the fabric of creation, a divine gift meant to restore, heal, and reconnect us with God, ourselves, and one another. It is the best day of the week.
Why Sabbath Matters
We live in an age of chronic exhaustion, emotional burnout, and spiritual stagnation. We are constantly on—always working, scrolling, achieving, and striving. But what if God’s design for life was different? What if rest was not just a suggestion but a core part of what it means to be human?
Few things are more necessary in our time than the recovery of this ancient practice. Sabbath is a weekly act of resistance against the tyranny of busyness and an open door to true renewal.
The Four Movements of Sabbath
✔ Stop – Lay down your work, worries, and to-do lists. Surrender to the reality that the world will go on without you.
✔ Rest – Step into the peace of God. Sleep, read, take a walk, breathe deeply. Be still and know that He is God.
✔ Delight – Enjoy the goodness of life. Share a meal, laugh with friends, savor beauty, and embrace joy.
✔ Worship – Reorient your heart toward the One who holds all things together. Give thanks, pray, and dwell in His presence.
Recommended Reading.
Keeping the Sabbath Wholly by Marva J. Dawn
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
Sabbath: The Ancient Practices by Dan Allender
CV Teaching series.
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