When we do our Bible Studies we can dig down so deep in the significant particulars of Scripture that we miss the overall trajectory of God’s word. It is important to learn what God desires us to do out of gratitude for our redemption in Christ. We are called to live as slaves of righteousness as we offer ourselves as living sacrifices to God as we walk in the Spirit. So, what is the overall thrust of Scripture? What does the Sabbath teach us about this thrust? What does the opening passage of scripture teach us regarding our communing with God?