We give away more time than we can afford to, but in so doing, all of our time is consecrated to God's service. The Sabbath centers our trust in God, rather than in our inevitably insufficient efforts to manage time. It is a day devoted to the worship and enjoyment of the Creator and God's Creation, rather than our struggles with our own creations. Therefore, the Sabbath is a day to cease from work for worship and celebration. Enjoying the Productivity of Rest Jewish theologians believe that the creation of rest was God's last act of creativity.
Rest is peace, intimacy and well-being.
Rest, menuha , is the refreshing presence of joy, harmony and contentment. Our willingness to rest reminds us who we really are. It restores our identity and worth. We are not merely laborers. We are creatures in God's image, loved and redeemed in Christ.