Tag: sabbath

Bible, Discipleship, NT, OT

3 Principles in Rediscovering the Art of Stopping

How to get 24 Hours of Sabbath Restoration: Have you ever wondered why some communities seem to defy the aging process, living longer and healthier lives than the rest of us? These regions, known as “Blue Zones,” hold secrets to longevity. These communities get up to 10 years more life than the surrounding population.

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Adventure, Family, Leadership, Ministry

What Does a Sabbatical Look Like?

This Friday will be the final day of my sabbatical. In this longer-than-usual post, I will try my best to unpack what the past three months looked like and felt like. This post will be insightful for both (1) those who wondered what I was up to for 3 months, and (2) those who are considering a sabbatical in the future.

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Communication, Leadership

I’m Taking My First Pastoral Sabbatical

After 7+ years of pastoral ministry at Mountainview Church, I’ll be taking an extended time of sabbath rest and spiritual renewal. Just over 3 months to reflect and refocus on my calling as a pastor. Before I leave, I wanted to write a post to say thank you.

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Books, Ministry

HOW TO OBTAIN THE REST OF GOD

As busy Believers in Jesus, how can we re-claim the concepts and practices of Sabbath rest (and in contrast, work as worship), so that we can truly receive the rest of what God has for us?

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Creation, Leadership

WHY HEALTHY PASTORS ARE SOMETIMES ABSENT PASTORS

It’s not just about vacation. This past week, I sat down with my mentor again. I’m meeting with him every week for 8 weeks as

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Discipleship, Leadership

WHY I TOOK A WEEK OF SABBATHS

Planning To Rest. A couple of weeks ago I took a week off. My timesheet may reflect a week of vacation, but for me it

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Discipleship, Leadership

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN WE DON’T MAKE REST A PRIORITY

It starts with a sneeze. Then a cough starts or maybe even just a tickle in the back of your throat. Then the paranoia steps

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Adventure, Creation, Family, Gospels, Leadership, The North

How Hobbies and Recreation Can Help You Invest In Your Deepest Relationships

Satan wants to destroy your deepest relationships; with your family and with Jesus. He’s a deceiver, convincing us that working is more important so that we’ll stay away from the people closest to us, and keep our focus away from God. Don’t be tricked; stop working and rest!

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