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Struggling with the relentless pace of life? You're not alone. Many of us feel overwhelmed and disconnected from what truly matters. This sermon unveils the biblical secret to not just surviving, but thriving through the spiritual discipline of Sabbath. Tune in to discover how taking time to rest can transform your life, reconnect you with God’s purpose, and rejuvenate your spirit. Join us to learn how to truly rest in a restless world.

SETLIST 

Praise Available on "Can You Imagine?" from Elevation Worship

Holy Forever

What A Beautiful Name

Reign Above It All Available on "Revival's In The Air (LIVE)" from Bethel Music & Paul McClure

GROUP QUESTIONS

// Bible References: Ex 20:8-11; Deut 5:12-15; 6:1-2,4-9,12; Matt 11:28-30;23:4; John 16:33; Heb 4:9-11

// Community Question: What are the most hours you have worked over a week? How did it affect your rest?

// Discussion Questions

1. Jim explained the Sabbath as a spiritual discipline and a command from God, highlighting its importance for rest and remembering God's work. What is the purpose of observing Sabbath in our Christian life? How can you practice Sabbath in your own life to find rest for your soul by focusing on God's provisions?
2. Jim mentioned his experience training for a marathon and emphasized the importance of pacing and hydration, drawing a parallel to the need for rest and remembering in our spiritual lives. How does the concept of pacing oneself in a marathon relate to the practice of Sabbath? How can you apply the principle of pacing to your spiritual journey and avoid burning out?
3. Read Deut 6:1-9,12. In Deuteronomy the commandments, including Sabbath, are given out of love for the benefit of believers. Why is Sabbath important in preventing believers from forgetting God and what He has done? In what ways can you intentionally remember what God has done in your life during your Sabbath rest?
4. Read Matthew 23:4. Jim addressed the misconception that following Jesus means constantly working to earn salvation, pointing out that the Christian life is about finding rest in Jesus. What misconceptions do people have about working and striving in the Christian life? What are some ways you may have been trying to earn your salvation and how can you shift your focus to resting in Jesus?
5. Read Mathew 11:28-30. Pastor Jim relayed that following Jesus should feel more like rest than a heavy burden. Describe a time in your Christian life where following Christ felt like a burden rather than rest. What was happening that made it feel that way? What role of regular time set aside to connect with Jesus could have/did help relieve the heaviness of the burden?

// Challenge: How does the statement 'I will stop doing one thing so that I can do something better' relate to the practice of Sabbath? What is one thing you can stop doing this week to prioritize your Sabbath rest and focus on a deeper relationship with God?