S3 Ep28: Don't Send the Finger (AKA Sabbath 2)

Discovering Jesus with FirstNaz Zephyrhills

In this sermon, Pastor Nick discusses the Sabbath, presenting it as a divine gift from God intended for rest and rejuvenation. Highlighting scripture from Isaiah 58, Pastor Nick underscores the importance of observing the Sabbath to cultivate a deeper relationship with God, promoting faith over frantic attempts to control one’s productivity. This sermon takes the congregation on a historical journey, referencing the Israelites' liberation from slavery and their subsequent hardships in the wilderness. He illustrates that God’s instruction regarding the Sabbath was a command that offered rest and assurance of provision. Instead of viewing a day of rest as a burden, Nick encourages believers to embrace it as a time for spiritual replenishment and service to others. He stresses that by refraining from normal activities, even in our fast-paced modern lives, we allow God to work in our lives and provide for us, fostering joy and prosperity in our relationship with Him. Ultimately, this sermon calls for a reevaluation of how we utilize our time, urging the congregation to rest and care for those in need, thus honoring the purpose of the Sabbath.