In this episode of the Steward Lab Podcast, hosts James and Amberlee Rich discuss the significance of setting boundaries to invite freedom and rest into our lives. They share personal experiences and strategies for implementing a weekly Sabbath to cultivate rest, reduce busyness, and foster stronger family connections. The conversation underscores the importance of creating margin in our schedules to savor slow moments, confront societal expectations of constant productivity, and reframe our identities beyond our to-do lists. Tune in to explore how practicing Sabbath can positively impact your time management, personal well-being, and relationship with God.
00:00 Introduction to Boundaries and Freedom
00:09 Welcome to the Steward Lab Podcast
01:07 Recap and Today's Topic: Sabbath
01:42 The Concept of Unhurried Life
02:18 The Problem with Busyness
03:45 Creating Margin for Slow Moments
04:23 The Value of Boredom and Stillness
05:00 Intentional Family Time
11:03 The Importance of Saying No
12:16 Implementing Sabbath in Daily Life
16:18 Benefits of Practicing Sabbath
18:34 Weekly Rest and Family Connection
24:01 Reframing Identity Through Rest
26:59 Experiment: Finding Weekly Rest
28:15 Conclusion and Next Steps
Steward Lab Podcast
Welcome to the Steward Lab Podcast with hosts James and Amberlee Rich! Join us as we explore how to be good stewards of your time, money, relationships, health, careers, and even parenting.
Each episode offers practical advice, inspirational stories, and expert insights to help you live a life aligned with what God is calling you to do. Whether you're looking to improve your financial situation, manage your time better, or deepen your relationships, we experiment with ways to grow God's Kingdom and make a positive impact.
Tune in and let's journey together in becoming better stewards of the resources God has given us.