As we head into Shabbat, I want to encourage you to slow down, breathe, and step into the gift God has given us: rest.
📖 “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor, and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God.” – Exodus 20:8–10
This is not just about stopping from work—it’s about healing, renewing, and reconnecting with the Father. When we pause, our bodies recover, our minds reset, and our spirit is restored.
A few ways you can enhance your Shabbat rest today:
- Fast gently – even skipping a meal allows your body to detox and your digestive system to reset.
- Hydrate well – clean water and herbal teas help flush out stress and toxins.
- Go outside – let the sun hit your skin, breathe fresh air, and walk slowly in nature.
- Unplug – put away distractions and allow your nervous system to calm down.
- Pray & read Scripture – let God’s Word feed your soul more than food feeds your body.
📖 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
When it’s time to end your fast (your “break-fast”)Remember—it doesn’t have to be in the morning. Whenever your first meal of the day is, keep it gentle:
- Start with juicy fruits only (like oranges, watermelon, grapes, papaya, or berries). Avoid bananas at this stage.
- Eat them on an empty stomach, and allow them to digest alone for at least 30–45 minutes.
- This helps flush toxins, clears out your digestive system, and prepares your body for deeper healing.
When you honor this rhythm of rest, healing begins on every level:
- Physical – your body repairs, inflammation decreases, and energy returns.
- Mental – your thoughts clear, anxiety fades, and peace enters.
- Spiritual – you draw closer to God, hearing His voice more clearly.
Take this day as a sacred appointment with your Creator. Rest, heal, and let Him renew you. 🙏
Shabbat Shalom,
Dor