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On Day 7 of creation, God rested - not because He needed to, but because He chose to cease His creative work. In this episode, we explore the meaning of "rest" from a biblical and practical perspective. The Hebrew word sabat - the root of the word Sabbath - means to "cease". This divine pause set a rhythm for humanity to follow: work paired with intentional rest.

We dive into why rest isn't weakness, but a spiritual discipline, a physical necessity, and a mental reset. From athletes to everyday people, rest is essential. More importantly, when we rest in God, we're practicing trust, stillness and faith - making space to hear His voice.

What is included in this episode:

- The Meaning of the word sabat and its connection to the Sabbath

- Why God rested on Day 7 (and what it tells us about His nature and ours)

- The importance of rest for the human body and brain

- How rest impacts athletis performance and recovery

- The spiritual side of rest: trusting and abiding in God

- How stillness creates space for spiritual creativity and communion with God

Genesis 2:1-4

Challenge for the week:

Take intentional time to cease striving. Set aside 30 minutes to be still before God - no noise, no agenda. Just rest and listen.

References & Resources

- Sleep Foundation: Why Do We Need Sleep?

- The Importance of Rest Days

- Hearing God in Silence

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