1: Stop

1: Stop Take some time to drown out the extra noise in your life. The Sabbath is meant as a day to take a break from the things that bring us stress: checking messages, worrying about work, tasks around the house that feel arduous… Go ahead and disconnect from the screens that are constantly vying for attention (including this one!). Stopping these activities helps free us from anxiousness, and gives us the ability to focus on God’s gifts that bring joy. And, make it a day! Sundays might not work with the current rhythm of your life, so pick a different period of 24 hours to make your day of rest. “In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat— for he grants sleep to those he loves” (Psalm 172:2).