A soft breeze stirs the dedication page as a gentle hand pens the words: “I dedicate this booklet to Micah.” The world outside is waking, but within these walls, a sacred quiet prevails—a space set apart for reflection and reverence. The ink dries slowly, as if marking the beginning of a journey into understanding one of the greatest gifts ever bestowed: the Sabbath.
Micah, with wonder in his voice, asks, "What day of the week is the Sabbath, and why is it so important?" The elder, eyes kind and wise, responds, The room feels as if it holds its breath, reverberating with the weight of these words.
Micah recalls, "The fourth commandment says to remember the Sabbath and keep it holy. But what does it mean to keep it?" The elder, joining the circle, explains, "To keep the Sabbath means to guard it—to worship, to rest, and to spend time with God. We set aside our daily worries and focus on Him, delighting in His presence through study, music, and dance." The children’s laughter becomes a living testimony, their joy echoing the delight God feels in His children.
Micah, tempted by the allure of activity, hesitates. "Why does it seem so hard to keep the Sabbath when the world pulls us in so many directions?" The elder’s voice is steady, "Because this day declares God’s work as Creator, the enemy tries to steal it away. But when you guard the Sabbath, you proclaim to the world—and to the adversary—that you belong to God, not to the world’s endless demands." Rain begins to fall, but under a shared umbrella, the faithful find shelter and resolve.
Micah watches as the family joins hands in prayer. "Why did God create the Sabbath for us?" The elder’s answer is soft yet powerful, "It is a sign that you are His child. When you obey, you draw close to Him, and He promises to watch over you, to bless you, and to meet with you in your times of need. The Sabbath is our sanctuary, our blessing, and our witness." The warmth of the meal and the unity of the family become a foretaste of the peace and joy promised in the world to come.
Micah muses, "What are we truly saying when we keep the Sabbath?" The elder smiles, "We are saying we are God’s children—believers who trust and obey Yeshua, our Messiah. It is our love letter to God, our living testimony for others to see His character in us." Together, they pause, breathing in the serenity, hearts full of hope, ready to witness and share the blessing of the Sabbath until the day of His return.
Why do we not eat pork Micah asks? First question...who was Messiah talking to? Jews...they all ate kosher..they knew to give thanks gor wwhat GOD gave them to eat!
