Rest - An Act of Faith
Rest is Essential, Not Optional
In life, ministry, and leadership, we often feel the pressure to always be ‘on’—constantly producing, serving, and leading without stopping. But rest isn’t just about physical recovery; it’s a spiritual discipline. It’s an act of faith and trust.
God modeled rest for us in creation, not because He needed it, but because He knew we would. Rest is a reminder that our worth isn’t tied to our busyness but to our identity as sons and daughters of God. When we rest, we release control and acknowledge that it’s God who sustains us, not our efforts.
For many, rest doesn’t come naturally. We struggle to unplug, fearing that slowing down means losing ground. But the truth is, when we stop, we make room for God to move. Exodus 14:14 reminds us: “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”
As leaders, intentionally making time for rest keeps us spiritually and emotionally healthy. It allows us to lead from a place of abundance, not exhaustion. Rest isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Let’s establish rhythms of rest in our daily, weekly, and yearly lives. Start by carving out intentional moments this week to slow down, be present, and realign with God.
What does rest look like for you in this season? How can you prioritize it in your routine?
Remember, rest isn’t just about recovery—it’s about trusting God’s design. In a world that glorifies hustle, choosing to rest is a reminder that our value isn’t found in what we do, but in who God is. Whether it’s quiet moments in the morning, small pauses throughout the day, or time in the evening to reflect, cut through the noise and let God speak to you.
Rest is an act of faith. Trust in God today by making time to rest.
-PN
In life, ministry, and leadership, we often feel the pressure to always be ‘on’—constantly producing, serving, and leading without stopping. But rest isn’t just about physical recovery; it’s a spiritual discipline. It’s an act of faith and trust.
God modeled rest for us in creation, not because He needed it, but because He knew we would. Rest is a reminder that our worth isn’t tied to our busyness but to our identity as sons and daughters of God. When we rest, we release control and acknowledge that it’s God who sustains us, not our efforts.
For many, rest doesn’t come naturally. We struggle to unplug, fearing that slowing down means losing ground. But the truth is, when we stop, we make room for God to move. Exodus 14:14 reminds us: “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”
As leaders, intentionally making time for rest keeps us spiritually and emotionally healthy. It allows us to lead from a place of abundance, not exhaustion. Rest isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Let’s establish rhythms of rest in our daily, weekly, and yearly lives. Start by carving out intentional moments this week to slow down, be present, and realign with God.
What does rest look like for you in this season? How can you prioritize it in your routine?
Remember, rest isn’t just about recovery—it’s about trusting God’s design. In a world that glorifies hustle, choosing to rest is a reminder that our value isn’t found in what we do, but in who God is. Whether it’s quiet moments in the morning, small pauses throughout the day, or time in the evening to reflect, cut through the noise and let God speak to you.
Rest is an act of faith. Trust in God today by making time to rest.
-PN
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