Sabbath and Rest: Chrysostom on Rest and Worship Together

John Chrysostom taught that Sabbath rest and worship are not two separate activities but one integrated practice. He preached: "God did not say, 'I rested,' but 'I ceased from my works.' The purpose of rest is not idleness but worship. When we cease our work, we do not cease all activity; we redirect our activity toward God." Chrysostom's vision of rest was active and engaged -- focused on prayer, Scripture, and fellowship.…