Imagine you’re on vacation, at the edge of a lake. The water is refreshing and invites you to pause. Whatever your getaway, get-away—find a way to step away from the daily grind and rediscover the joy of simply being. The gift of getting out of town offers a fresh rhythm, a chance to breathe deeply and savor the world around you. As you sit by the lake, letting the breeze wash over you, you realize that when you stop and take in the moment, you gain a renewed perspective, delighting in the simple beauty of life.
“If you turn back your foot from the Sabbath, from doing your pleasure on my holy day, and call the Sabbath a delight and the holy day of the Lord honorable; if you honor it, not going your own ways, or seeking your own pleasure, or talking idly, then you shall take delight in the Lord.” (Isaiah 58:13-14 ESV)
God invites us to delight in Him in times of rest. It’s stopping work and celebrating the grace and goodness of God. The Sabbath was designed to be a joy-filled time, reminding us that rest in God leads to abundant life.
“The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.” (Zephaniah 3:17 ESV)
This is quite a picture of God’s joy. Rest is an opportunity to bask in His joy and love. He wants us filled with peace. It’s a time to celebrate the beauty of being with Him.
Spiritual Move: Sabbath — Connecting to the six-on-one-off cycle reminds us that intentionally stepping away from work creates space for both delight and renewal. By embracing rest and letting go of the need for constant productivity, we open ourselves to the refreshment and joy that comes from simply being rather than always doing.
Try this: Take a moment today to savor God’s presence. Whether through prayer, nature, or quiet time, let yourself delight in His love and goodness. Journal Prompt: How do you currently experience rest? How can you incorporate moments of delight in God into your rhythm of life?