Vicissitudes and Victories

The Sabbath Day

I don't know the religious beliefs of many of my readers, but I just want to promote the idea of a Sabbath, or day set apart by the Lord. I am a PhD student in History at the University of Illinois. I read many books every week about a variety of historical topics. I go to intense seminars with intelectually stimulating colleagues that constantly push my thinking about myself and the world in which I live. Yet in the midst of all of the hustle and bustle of my academic life, I love having a day to relax and renew my spiritual connection with my Heavenly Father.

Today I got up in the morning and went to church. While there, I learned about the Lord's mercy and about my duty to serve others. I had the chance to testify to my peers about my relationship with God. I later returned home and took a nap. I talked with my wonderful and cheerful girlfriend for several hours. I also went to a congregational potluck with everyone in my ward. I spent some time reading and pondering the scriptures and also discussing spiritual things with my roommate Andrew. I truly feel renewed and edified tonight as I start a new and adventurous week. I just seems nice to have a day set apart when I can revamp my energies in the exhilarating adventure of life.

posted by Joel @ 10:46 PM