Topic: HONOURING GOD THROUGH REST
Text: Exodus 16:27-30
16:27 Now it happened that some of the people went out on the seventh day to gather, but they found none.
16:28 And the Lord said to Moses, “How long do you refuse to keep My commandments and My laws?
16:29 See! For the Lord has given you the Sabbath; therefore He gives you on the sixth day bread for two days. Let every man remain in his place; let no man go out of his place on the seventh day.”
16:30 So the people rested on the seventh day.
STUDY:
In Exodus 16:27-30, the Israelites’ response to God’s command about the Sabbath reveals their struggle with obedience. Despite clear instructions to rest and stay away from gathering manna on the 7th day, some still went out to collect it (Exod. 16:27). This act of disobedience showed a lack of trust in God’s provision and a disregard for the sanctity of the Sabbath. God responded with a reminder of His purpose in instituting the Sabbath: It was a holy day set apart for rest and worship, demonstrating reliance on Him (Exod. 16:29-30). God reaffirms His desire for His people to honour Him by obeying His commands and embracing His provision for their lives.
Christians are encouraged to honour God through intentional rest and trust in His sufficiency. The Sabbath principle teaches us to pause from our labour and recognise that God is the source of all we need (Psa. 46:10). In a fast-paced world that often glorifies busyness, resting in God becomes an act of faith and worship, acknowledging His lordship over our lives. Obedience to God’s commands, including giving priority to rest and worship, deepens our relationship with Him and positions us to experience His peace and blessings (Isa. 58:13-14).
Prayer:
Lord, help me to honour you through obedience and rest, trusting fully in your provision and care, in Jesus’ Name. Amen!
Watch Today’s Anglican Daily Fountain Devotional:
Watch the devotion on ACNNTV YouTube Channel
Partner with ACNNTV
Help us reach the world with the undiluted Word of God. Make Donations through our website or via the details below:
Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion ACNN Account
Account Number: 1016868363 (Zenith Bank)
Thank you for joining the Kingdom Partners today
