spiritual discipline

Sabbath Rest

By Ancient Church TeachingSource: Ancient Church Teaching - Based on Mark 2:27 (Public Domain)41 words

The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. It is a gift, not a burden. In the Sabbath, we are released from the tyranny of the urgent. We are free to delight in God and in His creation.

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