Rhythms Of Grace

Sabbath was a pivotal part of the Jewish week. But it had become a burden to the people, policed by the religious rulers. Something that was meant to refresh became oppressive. What was God's intention for his people with a day of rest, and how can we lean into that in 2025?

Fasting is one of the most neglected spiritual practices, even as it has become one of the most popular forms of weight control (intermittent fasting anyone?). But what does biblical fasting look like, and why was it important to Jesus? As we see in this week's message, fasting is about longing, hungering for the kingdom of God and His very presence in our lives.

Hospitality can so often be confused for entertaining friends and enjoying a good meal. The biblical view of hospitality is about showing love to strangers, and Jesus was all about this! More than simply looking to fill hungry stomachs, Jesus came to satisfy hungry and thirsty souls. This is the heart of hospitality.

It may surprise many to see how often Jesus escaped the crowds and ignored their clamouring for his attention. Jesus prioritised time with the Father, alone in silence and solitude. As we begin our Rhythms of Grace series, we look at the discipline of silence and solitude and how formational it can be in our discipleship to Jesus.