Wednesday, December 7th, 2011
Written by: Gail Seeram
Readings: Exodus 19:1 20:20
In Exodus 20, we are reminded of the Ten Commandments. As Christians, we learn the Ten Commandments early on in Sunday school and as adults strive to follow these commandments through our daily lives. I want to reflect on the following verse: “Remember to observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy”. You have six days each week for your ordinary work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath day of rest dedicated to the LORD your God. On that day no one in your household may do any work. (Exodus 20:8-10 NLT)
Some Christians observe Sabbath on Saturday, some observe Sabbath on Sunday and others don't observe Sabbath at all. God has built us so that we need a day of rest. We should not ignore the importance of a day of rest. The Sabbath should be a day dedicated to worship, meditation on the word of God, and restful time with the family. As our cars need regular maintenance, we also need regular rest.
Personally, I struggle for quiet time to read my Bible and meditate on the word of God. In the world today, we have so many distractions (smart phones, laptops, iPads, television, YouTube, Facebook, twitter, etc.), that we are constantly updating our status and checking emails. However, I challenge you to truly observe Sabbath and dedicate a day to the Lord - a day of rest and a day to recharge your mind and soul.
Heavenly Father, I pray that you help me to observe your Ten Commandments through my every day life. Thank you for each day of life you have given me. Help me to observe the Sabbath and guide me to plan restful time to meditate on your word. Amen.
Family Moments:
Wednesday: Week 2, God, Giving the Torah at Sinai, Tablets of the Torah: God gave the people rules to live by on Mount Sinai. This would help people to know how to be helpful and loving toward God and towards other people. What are some rules in your family? (We don’t lie to each other, we always kiss goodnight, we always ask permission before doing ____,etc.) Which rules can be hard to follow? Which rules are easy to follow? Thank God for loving us regardless of how well we follow the rules! . Color the ornament and add it to your Jesse Tree.
Heavenly Father, I pray that you help me to observe your Ten Commandments through my every day life. Thank you for each day of life you have given me. Help me to observe the Sabbath and guide me to plan restful time to meditate on your word. Amen.
Family Moments:
Wednesday: Week 2, God, Giving the Torah at Sinai, Tablets of the Torah: God gave the people rules to live by on Mount Sinai. This would help people to know how to be helpful and loving toward God and towards other people. What are some rules in your family? (We don’t lie to each other, we always kiss goodnight, we always ask permission before doing ____,etc.) Which rules can be hard to follow? Which rules are easy to follow? Thank God for loving us regardless of how well we follow the rules! . Color the ornament and add it to your Jesse Tree.
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