In this message, Michael Newton kicks off a new teaching series on Sabbath—not as a rule to follow, but as a gift to receive. Rooted in Genesis, Exodus, and the teachings of Jesus, this sermon explores what Sabbath really is, why it matters, and how it begins not with human effort, but with God Himself. From creation to the wilderness to the grainfields with Jesus, we’re invited to rediscover Sabbath as a holy pause marked by rest, delight, trust, and presence.

In a world that feels relentlessly busy and demanding, this teaching gently challenges the belief that everything depends on us. Sabbath is not about doing more for God—it’s about making space to be with Him. With honesty, Scripture, and practical invitation, this message calls us to slow down, lay something down, and re-enter life from a place of trust. Because the Sabbath was made for us—and God is still inviting us into rest.

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