Comments on: Waking Up to the Gift of Sabbath https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/ Strengthen The Soul Of Your Leadership Tue, 28 Oct 2025 14:01:08 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 By: Ruth Barton https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-738132 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 14:01:08 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-738132 In reply to Timmer.

You are most welcome! Glad this resonates with what you are already experiencing.

]]> By: Timmer https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-738128 Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:40:17 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-738128 Such a beautiful reflection on the gift of Sabath. At Bluewater Tanks, we”ve also seen how taking time to pause and rest brings clarity and renewal both in faith and in work. Thank you for this inspiring reminder.

]]> By: June https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-733393 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 08:09:36 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-733393 Embracing the gift of Sabbath is indeed transformative. This article beautifully articulates the importance of rest and reflection in our fast-paced lives. Implementing Sabbath practices can bring much-needed balance and renewal to our spiritual journey. Thank you for this insightful reminder!

]]> By: Ruth Barton https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-733153 Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:58:05 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-733153 In reply to Essy Jasy.

There can never be too many reminders and encouragements around this practice b/c it is so countercultural and it also goes against the grain of (or some of!) our driven personalities. What is personal is most universal!

]]> By: Essy Jasy https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-733152 Thu, 11 Jan 2024 12:44:55 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-733152 This article is a poignant reminder of the essential balance between work and rest. Ruth Haley Barton’s personal journey and insights into embracing the Sabbath resonate deeply with me. It reminds us of the importance of acknowledging our limitations and the need for rest, not just physically but also spiritually and mentally. It’s a valuable lesson in today’s fast-paced world, highlighting the need to consciously create space for rejuvenation and reflection in our lives.

]]> By: Ruth Barton https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-732947 Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:09:35 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-732947 In reply to Julie.

You’re welcome! Thank you for responding so thoughtfully.

]]> By: Julie https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-732938 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 09:29:09 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-732938 This post resonates deeply with the importance of sabbath in our lives, emphasizing the need to find balance and rest amidst our often hectic schedules. The journey you’ve shared about discovering and embracing the true essence of sabbath is both inspiring and a vital reminder of the need to respect our own limits.
Your story brings to mind the broader theme of finding peace and security in various aspects of our lives.Your experience is a powerful testimony to the transformative power of rest, reflection, and respecting our human boundaries. Thank you for sharing your journey, and may it inspire many others to find their own paths to peace and balance.

]]> By: Ruth Barton https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-732898 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:41:35 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-732898 In reply to Jane Jay.

You’re welcome.

]]> By: Ruth Barton https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-732897 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 11:41:05 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-732897 In reply to Brooke Mel.

Well said! So glad this resonated.

]]> By: Brooke Mel https://transformingcenter.org/2022/09/waking-up-to-the-gift-of-sabbath/#comment-732895 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:27:10 +0000 https://transformingcenter.org/?p=16253#comment-732895 Thank you for this insightful article on the significance of the Sabbath. Your reflections on finding rest and renewal amidst our hectic schedules resonate deeply. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s crucial to remember the value of pausing and rejuvenating our spirit. This article serves as a gentle reminder of the importance of incorporating periods of rest into our lives, not just for physical well-being but also for mental and spiritual health.
Your perspective on the Sabbath as a time for personal reflection and connection with the divine is particularly inspiring. It highlights how essential it is to set aside time for ourselves, to disconnect from the demands of daily life and reconnect with our inner selves and higher purpose.

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