Why did God give us the Sabbath day and tell us to remember it and keep it holy? The Sabbath day is much more than a day off. It’s a special day that represents essential spiritual realities. God gave us the Sabbath, so we’ll remember to enjoy life and give thanks. He gave us the Sabbath to remember that we are no longer slaves – we are free. He gave us the Sabbath to remember to stop working and rest. He gave us the Sabbath to bless us.