Jewish sabbath

The story of the Synagogue and the upper room can be found in the Gospel of Luke 4:16-30. It is also told through the Godly Play volume four, lesson eleven. This story is about the disciples last supper with Jesus in the upper room. For follow-up activ

Looking for menu plans and ideas for an easy Shabbat in an hour or less? These tips, ideas, and strategies are perfect for short Fridays!

After realizing the value of learning the Hebraic Roots of the Christian faith, there is no clear path to follow, leaving many people feeling stuck, not knowing how to proceed. Although they know that many Jewish traditions like Passover, for example, point to Jesus and enrich the Gospel, there's no specific source on how to

Observing Sabbath is a life-changing decision. It is a biblical concept which God has designed to impact every area of our life. Here's why.

Helping you to understand the Old and New Testaments and how they fit together!

Are you convinced you just don't have time to observe a weekly sabbath? Here's why and exactly how to practice a modern day sabbath and find real REST.

Have you been invited to Shabbat dinner? This article will help you navigate your first Shabbat experience like a pro.

I'm looking forward to the Sabbath, but I've got a fair amount of things to do before then because, honestly, taking a day of rest can be a lot of work. It takes thought and preparation to arrive at the seventh day with your immediate needs provided for. Making sure your fridge is stocked, the clothes you need for the day are washed, and clearing your schedule is work. It's easy for Friday afternoons to become a whirlwind of stress and the the frantic pace of trying to get everything done…

Shalom to you all. In my previous blog post on Shabbat, I shared what I believe to be the heart of Shabbat - the 5 R’s of Sabbath or Shabbat. For me this has been the most essential focus. If you don’t start here, the Sabbath will become a burden and a heaviness that will actually create more unrest than recovery! Deut

Learning to set apart the Sabbath day can feel a little daunting. Forming new habits and routines is challenging in any circumstance and it is very common for those new to honoring Shabbat to feel completely overwhelmed by it. Going against society or how we were raised is not easy. I've heard from a few of you recently who truly desire to honor our Creator by resting on the seventh day as he did and are finding this transition time difficult. I've been there too, many of us have. On the…

Perform your own Sabbath Celebration using this simplified, single-page guide! Includes the Hebrew blessings along with the LORD's Prayer in Hebrew!

Instead of being a burden, there are many joys that come with Sabbath rest! Shabbat improved my life in ways I didn't expect.

I'll admit it. I hate that my kitchen gets messy on Shabbat. Now, I'll keep Sabbath no matter what because I know it honors my King, but I'll admit, I don't feel much shalom while my kitchen is a disaster for 24 hours and a big pile of dirty dishes awaits me Saturday night. What…

Discover 11 key ways to keep the Sabbath holy, deepen your spiritual connection, and create a more meaningful day of rest with these practical tips.

“Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy.” - Exodus 20:8 The idea of a Sabbath is probably not new to most of you. You’ve likely heard about it in church, read about it in your Bible, and seen it outlined on countless 10 Commandment posters, but what does it really mean to "remember the Sa