Song for the Sabbath
Sabbath's Wisdom: A Journey of Generosity and Humility
Lyrics
Can we lay our burdens down
Asking if it's possible to release our burdens.
Lose our striving to be found
Let go of our constant striving to be recognized or acknowledged.
By the One who bears our load
Seeking connection with the One who carries our burdens.
Can we let our plans fall through
Allowing our plans to not materialize.
Walk another mile or two
Willingness to go an extra distance with someone unfamiliar.
With a stranger on the road
Being open to accompany a stranger on the journey.
Our Father feeds the sparrows
Reference to God's care for even the smallest creatures, implying His care for us.
The hours and times are His
Recognition that time belongs to a higher power.
We can leave the land to rest
Being willing to allow nature to rejuvenate by not exploiting it constantly.
For He gives what we need today
Trusting that our necessities will be provided by a higher power.
We can live with open hands
Living generously and unselfishly.
To bless the ones who come our way
Willingness to bless and assist those who cross our path.
Come our way
Reiteration of the willingness to assist others.
Can we give until it hurts
Being willing to give sacrificially, even if it causes discomfort.
Love our neighbour in the dirt
Expressing love and care for those in difficult circumstances.
Of the brokenness we share
Acknowledging the common experience of brokenness among people.
Can we turn the other cheek
Responding to mistreatment or offense with grace and forgiveness.
Be gentle with the weak
Being kind and considerate towards those who are vulnerable.
Live more humbly than we dare
Living in humility that surpasses our usual comfort levels.
We're seeds that live by dying
Metaphorically comparing life to seeds that thrive through sacrifice.
Our Father makes us grow
Belief that growth and development come from a higher power.
We can leave the land to rest
Similar to line 11, indicating allowing nature to rejuvenate by not exploiting it constantly.
For He gives what we need today
Trust in divine provision for current needs.
We can live with open hands
Living with a generous and open-hearted attitude towards others.
To bless the ones who come our way
Willingness to bless and help those who cross our path.
Come our way
Reiteration of being ready to assist those who come our way.
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