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Sabbath: Learning to Rest as God Intended
Sabbath is not a pause from following Jesus—it is one of the primary ways we follow Him.
From the opening pages of Scripture to the life and teachings of Jesus, Sabbath is revealed not as a rule to survive, but as a rhythm designed to form God’s people. Before there was law, there was rest. Before commands were given at Sinai, God taught newly freed slaves to trust Him through a weekly rhythm of provision and rest. Sabbath was God’s way of reshaping identity after generations of bondage.
In this series, we’ll explore the Sabbath through four movements: before the Law, within the Law, reclaimed by Jesus, and practiced today. We’ll see how Sabbath anchored Israel’s identity in freedom rather than performance, how neglecting it led to spiritual erosion, and how Jesus restores Sabbath as a gift meant for human flourishing. Drawing on Scripture and voices like John Mark Comer, this series invites us to resist hurry, reject productivity as identity, and rediscover rest as an act of trust.
Sabbath is not about doing less for God—it’s about becoming the kind of people who live with Him. It’s a weekly declaration that we are not what we produce, consume, or accomplish, but sons and daughters sustained by a faithful Father.
Bara will be holding Financial Peace University classes, facilitated by Ryder Jensen. Learn how to take control of your finances with this 9-week class that uses biblical wisdom and common sense to help you table budgeting, pay off debt, and invest for your future.
Classes will start Monday, February 2nd at 6:30 in the Bara Building.
Contact Ryder Jensen with questions.
Bara Church will be offering a 3-week marriage class this February, taught by Ted and Janis Meredith! Whether you're engaged or have been married for years, this course will help you build a lasting union. Focused on biblical principles and practical insights, you'll learn essential blocks like communication, compromise, and prioritizing your marriage. Don't miss this opportunity to strengthen your relationship.
Classes will be held at the Bara Building on February 10th, 17th, and 24th from 6-8pm.
Child care available upon request.
Contact Janis Meredith with questions.
