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<v SPEAKER_00>In a world that celebrates productivity and constant activity, rest can sometimes feel uncomfortable.

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<v SPEAKER_00>There is always another task to complete, another message to answer, another responsibility waiting for our attention.

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<v SPEAKER_00>But from the very beginning of Scripture, God established a rhythm for his people.

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<v SPEAKER_00>In Exodus 28 through 11, we read, remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God.

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<v SPEAKER_00>This command is not simply about stopping work.

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<v SPEAKER_00>It is about trust.

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<v SPEAKER_00>When we rest, we acknowledge that God is the one who sustains our lives.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Our worth is not defined by what we accomplish.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Today we are going to pause and remember the gift of Sabbath.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Take a moment to quiet your heart and release the pressure to perform.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Take a moment to thank God for the gift of rest.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Praise Him that He designed a rhythm of work and restoration for His people.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Bring those before Him now.

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<v SPEAKER_00>I receive the gift of rest you have given.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Thank you for renewing my soul.

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<v SPEAKER_00>Amen.