The Daily Fountain Devotional of the Church Of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) 7 May 2026 – Honouring God Through Rest
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TOPIC: Honouring God Through Rest
READ: Exodus 16:27-30
27 Nevertheless, some of the people went out on the seventh day to gather it, but they found none.
28 Then the Lord said to Moses, “How long will you[a] refuse to keep my commands and my instructions?
29 Bear in mind that the Lord has given you the Sabbath; that is why on the sixth day he gives you bread for two days. Everyone is to stay where they are on the seventh day; no one is to go out.”
30 So the people rested on the seventh day.
THE MESSAGE:
In Exodus 16:27-30, the Israelites’ response to God’s command about the Sabbath reveals their struggle with obedience. Despite clear instructions to rest and stay away from gathering manna on the 7th day, some still went out to collect it (Exodus 16:27). This act of disobedience showed a lack of trust in God’s provision and a disregard for the sanctity of the Sabbath. God responded with a reminder of His purpose in instituting the Sabbath: It was a holy day set apart for rest and worship, demonstrating reliance on Him (Exodus 16:29-30). God reaffirms His desire for His people to honour Him by obeying His commands and embracing His provision for their lives.
Christians are encouraged to honour God through intentional rest and trust in His sufficiency. The Sabbath principle teaches us to pause from our labour and recognise that God is the source of all we need (Psalm 46:10). In a fast-paced world that often glorifies busyness, resting in God becomes an act of faith and worship, acknowledging His lordship over our lives. Obedience to God’s commands, including giving priority to rest and worship, deepens our relationship with Him and positions us to experience His peace and blessings (Isaiah 58:13-14).
PRAYER: Lord, help me to honour You through obedience and rest, trusting fully in Your provision and care, in Jesus’ Name. Amen! See less
