"Biblical Sabbath is a twenty-four-hour block of time in which we stop work, enjoy rest, practice delight, and contemplate God." - Pete Scazzero
The spiritual discipline of the Sabbath is a life altering practice that will transform every area of your life. As one author said that those that practice the Sabbath one day a week will live the other six days differently. While the Sabbath can become legalistic in nature, it is meant to be received as a gift from the Lord (Mark 2:27).
Helpful resources
Below are some resources that you may find helpful as you begin to practice the Sabbath with your family and/or community.
Practicing the Way
Practicing the Way has created a four part course that teaches through the Sabbath practice giving you practical tools to help you on your journey.
Sabbath Podcasat
If you want to do a deep dive on the Sabbath practice spend some time listening to the Rule of Life Podcast
YouVersion Reading Plan
Spend some time studying scripture passages on the Sabbath by beginning a YouVersion reading plan that will explore different scriptures on the topic.
Bible Project
The guys at the Bible Project have created a fantastic video that explains the biblical foundation of the Sabbath throughout the biblical narrative.
The Gift of the Sabbath
Ruth Haley Barton writes a great article on how the Sabbath is an incredible gift given to God's people. Be sure to check out her book on the subject as well.
Subversive Sabbath
In his powerful book, Subversive Sabbath, A. J. Swoboda offers a unique invitation to personal Sabbath-keeping that leads to fuller and more joyful lives.
Sabbath Interview
Annie F. Downs sits down with John Mark Comer to discuss the Sabbath and get practical wisdom on how to live practice it in our lives.
Sabbath Planning Guide
Check out this incredible Sabbath planning tool that helps you think through the Sabbath and be intentional about living out this practice.