Good afternoon, Chandler Friends!
Luke 6:6-11 shows Jesus healing a man with a withered hand—on the Sabbath. The Pharisees see a rule-breaker, but Jesus sees an opportunity to restore what is broken.
Sabbath is about restoration. In Exodus, God commanded Israel to rest, freeing them from Egypt’s endless labor. Sabbath declares that we are not slaves to our work. Research backs this up—regular rest lowers stress, strengthens relationships, and even helps our bodies heal.
God knew what he was doing when he gave us Sabbath. Yet, how often do we resist it? We push through exhaustion, believing we can’t afford to stop. But Jesus shows us that Sabbath is not a restriction—it’s a blessing. It’s a chance to breathe, to heal, and to be renewed.
This week, don’t just squeeze in rest. Receive it. Let Sabbath restore you—mind, body, and soul.
Want to learn more about Sabbath? Click here to watch a video from the Bible Project.
Keep reading to find out what’s coming up this week at Chandler Friends Church.
Josiah Brown
Cell: 405-240-6680
Church Office: 405-258-0722
Email: josiahbrown@chandlerfriendschurch.com
Come join us at the church to watch the big game! The church will provide hamburgers and hotdogs; you bring a side or dessert to share. It’s a long game, so feel free to come and stay as long as you like. We’ll set up a few table games for those not interested in the big game, and the halftime show will be blocked out. Hope to see you there!
Join us for AREA RALLY on March 2nd from 4-7 PM! This gathering of Central Oklahoma Area Friends Churches is a time for worship, fellowship, and a shared meal. From 4-5 PM, churches will share updates. Dinner will follow from 5-6 PM, and we’ll close with worship from 6-7 PM. This time, our focus is missions—we hope you’ll join us!
Short Term Mission Opportunity this Summer: Saltshaker is a short-term mission program by the Evangelical Friends Church – Mid America, offering senior high and older students immersive experiences on Friends mission fields. The 2025 trip to Burundi, led by Jesse Penna from July 15–30, costs $5,000. Applications and a $150 deposit are due by February 15, 2025, with the remaining balance due by May 1.
Starting next Wednesday (February 12th) the Gospel of Luke Bible Studymoves to Wednesday nights. We’ll meet during J.A.M. and Youth Group, in the Fellowship Hall, from 7-8pm. Feel free to invite people to join our study—whether they attend church or not. Our study goes verse by verse, allowing opportunity for questions, observation, and of course, rabbit trailing! No preparation required. We hope you’ll join.
