Sabbath as Expectation

St. John's Denver

Sabbath as Expectation

May 12, 2024 • AJ Vega • Hebrews 4

This is a promise of a future hope that ties us to Jesus' return, the one true Sabbath which we live eternally in His rest. In this "Sabbath rest for the people of God," we strive to enter it so that we do not fall by disobedience. However, we are fallen humans and are called into God's grace when we stumble, because we have a God who knows our weaknesses and "has been tempted as we are, yet without sin." So we learn as followers of Jesus to Sabbath regularly as a future hope that one day, we will eternally rest.

Solitude

June 30, 2024 • AJ Vega • Luke 5:15–16

Luke 5:15-16 portrays Jesus seeking solitude in the midst of his ministry, highlighting the importance of retreat and solitude for spiritual renewal and intimacy with God. This passage invites believers to follow Jesus' example by prioritizing times of solitude and quiet reflection in their own lives, recognizing the value of withdrawing from busyness to cultivate a deeper connection with God.

Community

June 23, 2024 • AJ Vega • Hebrews 10:19–25

Hebrews 10:19-25 highlights the significance of community within the Christian faith. The author of Hebrews emphasizes the importance of gathering together, encouraging one another, and spurring each other on toward love and good deeds. Through studying this text, participants are invited to deepen their understanding of the value of community in their spiritual journey and to actively engage in supporting and building up one another in faith.

Generosity

June 16, 2024 • AJ Vega • Deuteronomy 15:7–11

Deuteronomy 15:7-11 shares the importance of generosity and compassion towards those in need. This passage emphasizes the blessings that come from a generous heart and calls believers to be open-handed towards the poor and marginalized in society. In studying this text alongside the spiritual discipline of generosity, we are invited to reflect on the principles of generosity and to consider how they can embody these values in our own lives, participating in God's work of justice and mercy.