“And rising very early in the morning, while it was still dark, He departed and went out to a desolate place, and there He prayed.” – Mark 1:35
The Sabbath is not only an opportunity to rest from our daily work, it is an opportunity to re-focus on our heavenly Father. It is a time to come into the presence of our Creator and worship Him. It is a time to pray…to listen…to quiet our hearts before Him. It is an adjustment to our attitude…a time to “refuel”.
The problem is that I don’t know of anyone who can make it on this just once a week. The Scripture tells us that even Jesus felt that prayer and reflection…or connection…was vitally important. He often found Himself so busy with the demands of the crowds and His disciples that He would have to sneak away to grab a “Sabbath moment”. The Scriptures tell us that this was so important to have this alone time to pray and get focused that Jesus would get up early…He would go to a “desolate” place where He could be by Himself…even if for a moment.
I can relate to that. How about you? I confess that I need “Sabbath moments” more than just once a week. I need them on a daily basis. Today marks the second Sabbath day in the Lenten season. I challenge you to take opportunity to rest and reflect. However, I would also like to challenge you to take opportunities on a daily basis to grab “Sabbath moments”. Steal away for a moment to “check in” with the Lord. Getting up before the family…taking five minutes during lunch…pausing just for a moment…a Sabbath. Close your eyes and remember who you are and whose you are. We need it…and the Father loves it!
Enjoy this day and rest in His love!