Take the Day Off
Connection Points
Dr. Cole Phillips
October 8, 2023

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Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work, neither you, nor your son or daughter, nor your male or female servant, nor your animals, nor any foreigner residing in your towns. For in six days the Lord made the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them, but he rested on the seventh day. Therefore the Lord blessed the Sabbath day and made it holy. Exodus 20:8-11

What is the Sabbath?

Then Jesus said to them, “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.” Mark 2:27

What do I do on my Sabbath?

It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night, anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to His loved ones. Psalm 127:2 (NLT)

1) Time for

Reveal Answer
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“He leads me beside quiet waters, He refreshes my soul.” Psalm 23:2-3

“Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10

Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.” Mark 6:31

Take a Digital Sabbath.

2) Time for

Reveal Answer
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“Enjoy life with your wife, whom you love,” Ecclesiastes 9:9

3) Time for

Reveal Answer
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“I rejoiced with those who said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.” Psalm 122:1

Power Verse:

And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near. Hebrews 10:25 (NLT)

Shout joyfully to the Lord, all the earth. Serve the Lord with gladness; Come before Him with joyful singing. Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise. Psalm 100:1-2, 4

“What good is it for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul?” Mark 8:36-37

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28

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Ministry Highlights

  • Candy Collection

We are partnering with the City of Buda, Kyle and San Marcos for their Fall Festivals to connect with our community. We will be hosting booths and passing out lots of treats. You can help by donating individually wrapped candy, stickers and party favors. Items can be dropped off in the lobby starting Sunday, October 1st through Sunday, October 22nd.

  • Freedom Night

Find freedom from fears, anxiety, self-destructive behaviors, addictions or anything else, you are invited to attend our “Freedom Rally” on Monday, October 16th at 6:30pm at our Buda Campus. You’ll hear powerful testimonies from people in the church who have graduated from this amazing program & learn what real recovery looks like. Get started on your road to recovery today! RSVP HERE!

  • Dream Team Decades Party

Teamwork makes the dreamwork! We want to celebrate everyone who makes the work happen, our Dream Team. If you’re a part of the Dream Team or interested in joining, you’re invited to attend our Dream Team Decades Party on October 13th at 6:30pm. Come decked out in your favorite decade attire for a fun night just for you! Dinner and childcare are provided. RSVP HERE

Connection Group Questions:

  1. In what ways do you think keeping the Sabbath day can help your overall health and spiritual growth?
  2. How difficult is it to actually rest and worship on the Sabbath day in our busy, modern lives? Why?
  3. What are some practical ways you can honor the Sabbath and keep it holy in your weekly routine?
  4. How can keeping the Sabbath day help us prioritize our relationship with God and grow our faith?
  5. What are some potential challenges or obstacles you face in keeping the Sabbath day, and what steps can you take to overcome them?
  6. How can you involve your family and friends in keeping the Sabbath day?
  7. What are some positive outcomes or benefits you have experienced personally by honoring the Sabbath day?
  8. How can you create a balance between rest and productivity without feeling guilty or overwhelmed?
  9. How does the idea of Sabbath rest line up with what Jesus teaches in the New Testament?
  10. What changes do you need to make to prioritize the Sabbath day as a chance to rest, play, and worship?
  11. How can your group pray for you this week?