Theology of Sabbath

Last Sunday's sermon delivered by Pastor Eugene Seow touched on the theology of Sabbath. FCBC has set apart 2008 as the "Year of the Sabbath" for the church congregation. Pastor felt that it is important for church members to realise the significance of sabbath and not having the wrong impression that it is a year of "rest and doing nothing".

"Our God is our sufficiency.
He is the only one sufficient."

Pastor Eugene felt that the Psalm 24 revealed the Rhema Word for the church, that is for us to make time and space for God. This year is a time to draw near to God (time to rest in His sufficiency), a time to get right with God (return to His saving grace), and a time to stand up for God (recognise His sovereignty).

How true it is when very often we regarded work and family time as the most precious and neglected our communion with our maker!

Heavenly Father, forgive me for placing other things above spending time with You. This year being the year of sabbath for the church, I pray for a deeper walk with You through the daily reading of the Holy Bible. As You promise your children of Your blessings when we choose to seek You first, I pray for true contention and rest in You. Thank you Lord, for showing us that You and You alone are sufficient for me and my family. In Jesus' name I pray, amen.