Sabbath So Hard

I talk about the sabbath and I think people freak out because its sounds so hard or is somehow not for you, maybe even some sort of “affluence” thing. But I think one thing that holds people back is the idea that making the Sabbath a personal priority is boring.

So here’s a practical look at what Sabbath looked like for me today. (And how I closed out a 68 hour work week.)

5:00 AM – Alarm
5:30 AM – Drive to Bayside Park in Chula Vista
6 – 9 AM – Paddled 2.5 miles and fished, completely alone almost a mile offshore in the bay, glassy water, so crazy peaceful.
10:00 AM – Arrive back home
10:30 AM – Leave for church
11-12:30 PM – Everybody at the church getting church-y
1:00 PM – Lunch
1:45 – 2:15 – Nap!
2:30 – Leave for bay play day with the Reams
3 – 7ish – Splashing, kayaking, picnicing, and otherwise playing with the Reams.
7:30 – Arrive back home, wash down all the fishing & boat gear

I watched sun rise by myself as a paddled in San Diego Bay. I watched the sun set with friends in Mission Bay. A perfect start. A perfect finish.

Remember… the Sabbath isn’t just about not working– Sabbath is practically trusting the Lord to provide 7 days of provisions for you and your family in only 6 days of work. Sabbath is something you do to express your faith in a Provider. 


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2 responses to “Sabbath So Hard”

  1. For the Love of God Avatar

    I love the intentionality Adam, but sometimes I wonder when you find time to go to the bathroom. I am getting better at intentionality though. Thanks for the encouragement!

  2. Ben Eash (@beneash) Avatar

    Sabbath means doing the things you love that you otherwise don’t set aside the time to do. Thank you for expressing that the idea of Sabbath isn’t about imposing more legalism, but freeing you from your normal routine & giving you permission to enjoy Him through the blessings you already have (friends, family, hobbies, creation & nap).

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