The Healthy Practice of Sabbath

Series: Healthy Habits of Pastors
Guest: Pastor Jason Borton, Harvest Time Bible Church

In this episode of the Care for Pastors Podcast, host Robby Bolden continues our Healthy Habits of Pastors series with an important conversation on the Healthy Practice of Sabbath.

Many pastors live in constant motion, pulled by the unending demands of ministry. But God invites us into a rhythm of rest—a Sabbath that refreshes our souls and re-centers our lives in Him. Far from being an outdated command, Sabbath is a gift that helps us serve from overflow rather than exhaustion.

Our guest, Pastor Jason Borton, shares his own story of ministry burnout and how rediscovering Sabbath reshaped his life, his leadership, and his family. Jason opens up about the challenges of slowing down, the lessons he’s learned, and the practical ways he’s building Sabbath into his weekly rhythm.

Connect with Jason Borton - jason@htbc.church

Mentioned: 

At Your Best: How to Get Time, Energy, and Priorities Working in Your Favor by Carey Nieuwhof

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter Scazzero

How's Your Soul?: Why Everything That Matters Starts With the Inside by Judah Smith

In this episode, you’ll discover:

·        Why Sabbath is essential for the long-term health of pastors.

·        How to move beyond guilt or legalism and embrace Sabbath as a gift.

·        Jason’s personal journey from burnout to renewal.

·        Practical steps for building healthy rhythms of rest.

If you’ve struggled to stop, rest, and recharge, this conversation will encourage you to rediscover God’s design for Sabbath—and help you lead from a place of health.