THE ACTIVITY OF GOD

God never sleeps. Never takes vacations or even a day off. He is ever vigilant, always available in prayer and meditation. He waits patiently for us, for though He loves us beyond measure, He will not enter uninvited, will not answer unasked questions. The purpose of the Sabbath is not for us to withdraw from anything but to set aside some time from the cacophony of the world for time with Our Father. Perhaps you cannot devote from sundown to sundown in observance of the Sabbath, but do set aside as much time as you can disconnected from the world. Turn off the phones (all of them), put the computer in hibernate and turn off the monitor, no TV’s, radios, mp3 players, iPods or any other sound producing device left on. Turn around or cover any clock that may catch your attention. In this time read a book (spiritual is good, but any will do), play games (nothing electronic), write (with pen and paper) or just sit quietly in contemplation of Him who has all knowledge and power. Depending on your circumstances, small children, roommates, uncooperative spouses etc you may only be able to do this for a short period, but make the effort. It is a simple activity that demonstrates our love for Him, since He is always active for us.