Day 40 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross.

Author & Voice: Erin Benton

In the quiet after the cross, everything feels still—hopes shattered, questions unanswered, and the Savior laid in a tomb. Yet beneath the silence, God is still at work. This moment of waiting reveals that the Sabbath is not wasted time, but a sacred space where trust is formed and faith is refined. In this episode, we’re invited to embrace the stillness, remembering that even when nothing seems to be happening, God is preparing what comes next.

Scripture

1. Luke 23:50-56

Reflection Questions

1. Where in your life are you currently being asked to wait rather than act—and what emotions does that waiting surface in you? (Fear, frustration, grief, trust, surrender, hope?)
2. What does it look like for you to trust God’s work when you cannot see progress or outcomes—especially in seasons of silence?
3. How can practicing intentional stillness this Sabbath help you declare trust in God’s timing rather than your own effort?

Spiritual Practice - Sabbath

In our own lives, there are times when we are in seasons of waiting, seasons where things feel still and nothing seems to be changing. But let us remember that rest doesn’t mean inactivity; it’s a moment to trust God and reflect on His sovereignty. Sometimes, in the silence, God is preparing something powerful.

The silent Sabbathis a reminder that waitingis part of God’s timing. The tomb was silent that day, but not for long. God was at work, preparing the victory of the resurrection.