Hi John,

I go to Church most Sundays but there are quite a few where I take the time off and just have time out. I think it is important to remember as Marie reminds us, that the Sabbath was made for Man. We need a day of rest!

I think Hebrews Ch4 is very interesting on this subject. It seems to me that God wants us to enter continually into His sabbath rest, where we rest from our own works and trust in Him.

Galatians Ch4 & 5 are also interesting. Particularly 4:10 where Paul warns about observing special days to fulfill the law. Colossians 2:16 is interesting:

Therefore do not let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath day.
17 These are a shadow of the things that were to come; the reality, however, is found in Christ.


I can't think of anywhere in the NT where Christians are admonished to keep the Sabbath. (Please correct me if I'm wrong here). We are told not to stop meeting together as Christians and that's the main reason why I try to get to Chuch most sundays and pariculary to a homegroup where you can really share in a meaningful way with other Christians - building each other up in our most holy faith.

Blessings to you!