Everything Under the Son

I came across this article the other day and was very moved by it. I really like the idea of a focused time together, thanking the Lord for our blessings.


What a special time for a family, to sit together, eat, and worship the One who created them. I love the traditional-ness of it...how each week it is the same. I love that the time together takes forethought. I love that the meal, specifically the wine and the bread, carries with it such symbolism. I love the lighting of the candles and the father blessing his wife and children. I love the handwashing seremony...amazing. I love tradition, and that is exactly what this is.

I have not yet attempted our own Shabbat Meal, but I am doing lots of thinking about how we honor the Sabbath, and how we prepare for it physically, mentally, and spiritually. I know the Lord has called us to a Sabbath...but I think we have forgotten it's true meaning, and we have let it slide. I think we are missing one of the great blessings He has for us, because we are not listening to Him. I think we suffer extreme fatigue in all areas of our lives because we don't take the time for true Sabbath. There is lots going on in my head about this right now. I still have so many questions.

What about you? What are your thoughts on the Shabbat meal? Is it something you would consider for your family? Speak up!

This is really neat. Since our girls are grown, it may be too late for them but maybe something they will want to do one day with their families.

I think there are many ways to "be" in the Sabbath. For me (honestly) it's taking a Sunday afternoon nap. I consider it a time when my week officially begins. With resting.

God is a God of balance and order. Look at creation! Sometimes when we don't slow down enough we make life about chaos.

Thanks for sharing this Annie Lou!

I am certainly drawn to Sabbath. I must be intentional about it.

loved seeing your pic and business in the Abilene Families!

I love the idea of taking a day off to worship and rest. I wish the church was more helpful in helping to implement this. Unfortunately, due to all of the "mandatory meetings", LTC practice, etc., making Sunday a day of rest isn't always possible. In fact, I find Sundays to be one of the least relaxing days of the week. Too many church obligations!

I checked out an audio book last year from the library in which the author (a woman from a century ago) described the specialness of Sunday to her family. They were very intentional about preserving this day for rest and worship. They had a special meal around the family table, played special music, had special family worship, and even had a special drawer full of toys and games to be used only on that day. I love the concept!