Introduction

For many, Sunday is a day associated with church attendance, a day marked by community, prayer, and spiritual reflection. However, my story might challenge this conventional narrative. While I respect the traditions deeply rooted in different religious cultures, my religious observance aligns with a different day. In this article, I explore why I choose to worship on the Sabbath instead of the Sunday that is widely celebrated.

The Scriptural Basis for Sabbath Observance

The Bible records that God created the Sabbath on the seventh day, a day of rest and worship. The Decalogue also commands observance of the Sabbath. This scriptural basis emphasizes the importance of the Sabbath as a sanctuary of rest and connection with the divine, fundamentally separate from Sunday traditions.

The Historical Context of Sunday Worship

While the Bible clearly mandates Sabbath observance, it does not explicitly command Sunday worship. In fact, Protestant and Catholic churches have adopted the observance of Sunday over the Sabbath for various historical and practical reasons. For instance, Sunday coincides with the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a significant event in Christian theology. However, this change does not negate the biblical commandment to rest on the seventh day.

A Personal Story from Sunday Morning

Imagine a scenario where a mother gently but firmly encourages her son to wake up for church on Sunday morning. The son, fed up with the rituals and the atmosphere, grudgingly complies. This is not an uncommon experience, reflecting the challenges many individuals face in aligning their personal beliefs with community expectations.

In my case, the son’s perspective resonates with my own. I have never been compelled to attend a Sunday service. Instead, I find solace and connection on the Sabbath, the day God set apart in the Bible.

The Sabbath Experience

On the Sabbath, the atmosphere is different. It is a time for reflection, connection with the divine, and community. For communal prayers, scriptures, and contemplation, it is a day without the distractions that can mar Sunday mornings. It is a day of rest and renewal, a sacred day created for the benefit of all.

Personal Reflections and Experiences

My journey to Sabbath observance did not start suddenly. It was a gradual process of understanding and embracing the biblical commandments. Growing up, I was a member of the Bahá’í Faith, a religion that encourages adherence to the principles of the Universal Religion. Despite no longer being a member, I still attended some services to support my wife, who remained a member.

However, life sometimes has its way of challenging one's beliefs. When the local Bahá’í community declared me a persona non grata, I was forced to reflect on my beliefs and observances. This experience solidified my commitment to the biblical commandments and the Sabbath.

Conclusion

While I understand and respect the importance of Sunday for many, my own religious observance compels me to worship on the Sabbath. It is a day of rest, reflection, and community, one that aligns with the ancient commandments from God. Personally, I do not attend any church on Sunday, as I find my sanctuary on the seventh day of the week, fulfilling my religious duties and spiritual needs.