Christ in the Chaos: Sabbaths & Sabbaticals, Chris Massey-5.18.2025
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Christ in the Chaos: Sabbaths & Sabbaticals, Chris Massey-5.18.2025
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About this listen
Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 11:25-29, Exodus 20:8-11, 31:12-17, Mark 2:27
Main Points:
- Why does a pastor need to take a Sabbatical?
- Make Time to rest.
- Generational Stress.
Notes:
What is a Sabbatical?
- NOT a vacation or a break from the work of ministry.
- NOT a reward for time served in ministry.
- An investment into the future of ministry.
- A chance to heal from the emotional and spiritual strain that accompanies ministry.
- A time, through healing, to reconnect with God in the quiet.
- A time for safety from surprise traumas or events
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality-Pastor Peter Scazzero
Sabbath is a 24-hour block of time in which we stop work, enjoy rest, practice delight, and contemplate God.”
- Stop – God is in control, not me
- Rest – Intentional recovery for the soul
- Delight – Enjoy God’s gifts/creation
- Contemplate – Focus your life on God
The Science of Stress
- Stress releases adrenaline and cortisol
- Increased BP, Heart Attack & Stroke
- Decreased immune function
- Hormonal imbalances
- Digestive disorders and ulcers
- Muscle tension, headaches & body pain
- Alters memory, mood & emotions
- Shortens DNA protective caps, telomeres
- Anxiety, Depression, & sleep disruption
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