You weren’t designed to run on empty. God invites you to stop, pause, and be with Him—not out of obligation, but because he knows what your soul truly needs. This week, we’re looking at Sabbath—not as an outdated ritual, but as God’s gift of restoration for your body, mind, and spirit.

Discussion

1. Revisit and read Exodus 20:8–11. What does the command of Sabbath look like for you right now? Is it new information, feel irrelevant, stressful, or is it something you have (or are currently) trying? Share your experience together.

2. Revisit and read Genesis 2:1–3. What does it say about God—and about us—that Sabbath was woven into the story from the very beginning? How might your life look different if you actually lived as though rest was part of your design?

3. Revisit and read Mark 2:27. Does slowing and stopping usually feel like freedom or handcuffs? What rises up in your chest talking about Sabbath right now? Why might that be your default posture?

4. Pastor Jesse said Sabbath is “God’s way of untangling our souls.” Where in your life do you feel a “rats nest of cables” building up? How could freedom of rest help you make space to start untangling?

5. If you were to take God up on his invitation to Sabbath this week, what specific rhythms, boundaries, or activities would help you stop, delight, and worship? How will you make that happen in the middle of your current pace?

Application

• Remember it’s a gift. Sabbath is something God wants for you, not from you.
• Get started. Use this overview doc to help take steps toward practicing Sabbath this week.
• Look ahead. Let Sabbath point you toward eternity—a preview of never-ending rest with Jesus.