What We Do On Sundays

After discussing why we don’t play baseball on Sundays, the next question is: What do we do on Sundays? The short answer is: We worship. Our Sundays are intentionally set aside as a time to prioritize our relationship with God and to remember the gospel. It’s a day for corporate worship, rest, and reflection.


Biblical Conviction
“What do you do on Sundays?” The question might seem simple enough, but the Biblical conviction behind the answer is deeply rooted in our faith. Just as we prioritize corporate worship in the local church, we also recognize that Sunday is a day to focus on our relationship with God and His Word. We do not view Sunday as just another day in the week. It is the Lord’s Day, and it is meant to be set apart.

This conviction is grounded in the Bible's teaching, beginning with one of the very first commands given to God's people.

“Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.” (Exodus 20:8)
The Fourth Commandment is a gift from God. It is a reminder that we are to take one day a week to set aside for Him, to honor Him, and to rest in His goodness. While we are not under the Old Covenant laws as the Israelites were, the principle of setting aside a day for God still stands. Jesus Himself, as Lord of the Sabbath, calls us to rest in Him and find our true Sabbath rest in His finished work (Matthew 11:28-30).

We understand that Sunday is not merely a day off. It is a day to intentionally engage with God, through worship, reflection, and fellowship. We take this time to recalibrate our hearts, turning them back to God in reverence and awe.


Corporate Worship
“Let us not neglect to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encourage one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” (Hebrews 10:25)

One of the key things we do on Sundays is gather together for corporate worship. This is not an optional part of the Christian life; it is an essential command for the believer. The writer of Hebrews emphasizes the importance of gathering together with the body of Christ, and we are commanded to do this regularly. Our local church is a covenant body of believers who come together to worship God, hear His Word preached, and partake in the ordinances of baptism and the Lord’s Supper.

Our time on Sundays is about more than just attendance. It’s a time for genuine worship, where the gospel is preached, the Bible is read, and the community of believers strengthens one another. The call to worship is not a suggestion but a command — both for our spiritual health and for the glory of God.

“Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.” (Psalm 96:1)
On Sundays, we gather to sing praises to our God. The Bible makes it clear that worship through song is not optional for the Christian. We sing because we are commanded to, and we sing because we have a reason to: the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our songs are not just entertainment; they are expressions of our love for God and reflections of His grace in our lives.

We also give thanks to God through the offering of our time, talents, and finances. Giving is an act of worship and a recognition that all we have comes from God. It is an opportunity to participate in the mission of the church, supporting the work of ministry and spreading the gospel.


Rest and Reflection
“And on the seventh day God finished his work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all his work that he had done.” (Genesis 2:2)

The idea of rest is not just a physical break; it’s a spiritual discipline. God set the example by resting on the seventh day after His work of creation, and He calls His people to follow suit. On Sundays, we take time to rest from the busyness of life, to reflect on the goodness of God, and to recharge spiritually.

Resting on Sundays doesn’t mean being idle or lazy; rather, it’s a purposeful rest. It’s a rest that invites us to reflect on the gospel, to focus our minds and hearts on God, and to enjoy the peace that comes from knowing that Christ has finished the work for us. Rest is a gift from God, and it reminds us that our identity is not in our work but in the finished work of Christ.


A Day of Fellowship
“Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!” (Psalm 133:1)

On Sundays, we also take time to fellowship with one another. We are called to love one another, encourage one another, and pray for one another. The church is a family, and on Sundays, we gather not only to worship but also to strengthen the bonds of love and unity within the body of Christ.

Fellowship is not just about socializing; it’s about building one another up in the faith. We encourage each other with Scripture, we pray for one another, and we rejoice in the blessings God has given us. This communal time of fellowship is a crucial part of what it means to be the church. It’s a time to grow together, to bear one another’s burdens, and to celebrate the joys of being in Christ.


Common Responses:

But doesn’t the Bible say that every day is a day for worship?

Isn’t it legalistic to set aside Sunday as a day of rest and worship?


Conclusion
On Sundays, we choose to rest in the finished work of Christ and prioritize worship. It is a day for corporate worship, rest, reflection, and fellowship. The Biblical conviction behind our choice to set Sundays apart is rooted in our love for God and our desire to honor Him in all things. We do this not out of legalism but out of a heart of gratitude for the gospel of grace. We worship on Sundays because Christ is worthy of our worship, and we rest on Sundays because the gospel has provided our rest.

Sundays are a day to recalibrate our hearts and minds, to focus on God, and to give Him the glory He deserves. As we gather together to worship, we remember that the Lord’s Day is a reminder of the eternal rest we have in Christ, and we joyfully celebrate the grace He has shown us.