Shabbat/Sabbath
Shabbat is more than a day of rest; it is a sacred rhythm woven into creation itself. From the beginning, God set apart the seventh day as a time to cease from labor, to remember the Creator, and to delight in what He has made. In a world driven by productivity and constant motion, Shabbat invites us to step out of striving and into trust. By setting aside one day each week, we acknowledge that our worth is not measured by what we produce, but by who we are before God. Shabbat creates space for worship, reflection, study, and unhurried time with family and community. It teaches us to number our days with wisdom and to receive rest not as a reward, but as a gift.
A weekly day of rest and delight, Shabbat invites us to pause, renew our souls, and remember God’s creation and promises.
Books
“Shabbat is the moment we leave the world of doing and enter the world of being. ” — Rabbi Jonathan Sacks
Articles
“More than Israel has kept the Sabbath, the Sabbath has kept Israel.”— A Jewish Proverb
Youtube Videos
🌿 Rest As the Purpose of Work?
Did God Really Need To Rest? Shabbat's Role In Judaism
🌱 How to Keep the Sabbath - David Wilber
When Christians learn that the Sabbath is still relevant for today, naturally what follows are many questions: how do we keep the Sabbath? What should we do and not do on this day? This video gives a list of ways that you and your family can incorporate the Sabbath into your lives.
🌿 The Shabbat Explained:
Is It Really 'Rest' With All the Rules? (Ft. Rabbi Shalom Patiel)
Why do Jewish people rest on Shabbat? Is Shabbat just about relaxation or is there more to it? Rabbi Shalom Patiel explains
🌱 Who changed The Sabbath Day to Sunday:
Unveiling the Truth with Charlie Kirk
Discover the story behind the shift from the biblical Sabbath to Sunday observance in this thoughtful discussion with Charlie Kirk. Explore why the change happened, the meaning of God’s original Sabbath, and why setting apart sacred time remains a powerful expression of faith today.
🌱 How To Celebrate Sabbath For Christians,
Part 1
God told us to remember the Sabbath and keep it holy. But how do we as believers live that out in real life? Get ready—we’re about to uncover what the Sabbath is really all about—step by step for YOUR family!
🌱 Paul Wilbur. Shabbat in Your Home
Step into the Wilbur family home and experience Shabbat through music, worship, and sacred rest. Shabbat in Your Home warmly invites you to light the candles, bless the table, and enter a rhythm of peace that has shaped generations—restful, meaningful, and deeply personal.
🌱 How To Celebrate Sabbath For Christians,
Part 2
The Sabbath wasn’t just meant to be remembered—it was meant to be experienced. In Part 2 of this powerful series, the journey continues as we step deeper into the beauty of living out Shabbat in our homes and hearts.