God wants us to rest. He set an example for us during the seven days of creation. God made the whole universe in six days, and on the seventh He rested. God didn’t rest because He was tired; He rested to set an example for us. It is very important to God that we rest. Douglas’ family observes the sabbath (God’s day of rest) on Sunday, the same day they have church. So every Sunday his family goes to church, and then when they come home they have a day of rest. They don’t do any chores or any homework, or anything that isn’t fun or restful. Douglas’ dad turns off his work phone, his mom makes their Sunday meals on Friday or Saturday and puts them in the fridge so they’ll be ready to eat, and they leave any dishes for Monday. The Bible talks specifically about the sabbath being on the seventh day of the week, and so many people observe the sabbath on Saturday. But Douglas is pretty sure that it’s more important to God that we take a day of rest than what day we take it on. For example, Douglas’ pastor observes the sabbath on Friday, because he has a lot of work to do on Sundays. So every Friday, his pastor takes the day off to rest and spend time with God. God loves you, and He knows what’s best for you, so let’s all do what we can to get the rest that God has planned for us.
Bible Verses About the Fourth Commandment:
- Exodus 20:8-11 | The fourth commandment
- Psalm 23:2-3 | He makes me lie down in green pastures
- Psalm 116:7 | The Lord has been good to you
- Matthew 11:28-30 | He will give us rest
Family Time Questions About the Fourth Commandment:
• What is the fourth of the Ten Commandments?
• What is the Sabbath for?
• Why do you think God wants us to rest?
Prayer:
Dear God, thank you for the example that you set for us. Help me to always get the rest that you want me to have. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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