This past week, we decided to "unplug" from the support raising work. Last week we found ourselves on the verge of burning out. It was a clear sign that God wanted to slow down a little bit and take some Sabbath rest. So, on Monday we headed to western Ohio - sure, not the most logical choice for a vacation. Actually, a friend connected us with a ministry in Lewisburg, Ohio that has a large house and grounds that they offer to full-time ministers for free as a place to renew. It was an amazing experience. We didn't do much besides read and spend time in prayer and in the Word, but the mere act of deliberating taking a Sabbath was so needed.
We realized that God has such a unique purpose for the Sabbath. It's not just about providing a time of physical and spiritual rest. Taking a Sabbath is an act of faith in itself. By disengaging from your work, you're saying to God that you are entrusting that work to Him. You're saying that you have faith that He is the real sustainer and provider for your ministry/work. It sounds weird, but stepping back to take a Sabbath this past week has been one of the biggest stretches of our faith in a while. We were so thankful for the lesson.
