A Day of Rest

In one sentence:  The Gospel blesses my daily life because I have the opportunity to use Sunday as a day of rest and spiritual rejuvenation. 

In the church, Sunday is the Sabbath.  On Sunday we go to church and partake of the Sacrament, go to Sunday School and learn more about the Gospel and I go to Relief Society; the women's class.  But Sunday isn't just about going to church.  Today I wrote up all of the funny quotes that were said in my apartment, reminiscing on good times.  I talked with my wonderful roommates who have taught me so much this year.  I listened to beautiful and uplifting music and felt the Spirit.  The best part about today was I didn't do any homework at all.  It felt so good to lay aside the things of the secular nature and purely focus on the spiritual.  I finished off the night talking with my parents and friends and laughing. 

To have the opportunity to rest and rejuvenate is such a blessing.  Observing the Sabbath helps me stay close to the Lord.  It helps me start the week with a clear mind, ready to take on the wonderful challenges this life offers.  It gives me time to write, pray, read, think, ponder, and socialize with friends in the ward and my apartment.  For instance, today I went outside and sunbathed in the warm weather while listening to church music.  This rest is not just physical it is also spiritual.

I testify that keeping the Sabbath day holy can open the windows of heaven.