Stacy and I have been in one of those seasons for a while now. The kind of season that keeps going and going and you wonder if it’s ever going to stop. I know many of us have found ourselves in this kind of season lately. And in the fast-paced world we live in, finding rest can often seem like an elusive dream.
We are constantly bombarded with responsibilities, commitments, and the pressures of everyday life. However, amidst the chaos, God calls us to find rest, reminding us of the importance of observing the Sabbath. It’s actually one of the Ten Commandments. And God gave us this command for a reason. He knows we need it—He knows the importance of rest and rejuvenation in the midst of a demanding world.
In Matthew 11:28, Jesus reminds us that we find our rest in Him when He says: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” God, in His infinite wisdom and love, invites us to find rest in Him. He recognizes our weariness and the burdens we carry and He offers solace and renewal. When we are caught up in the whirlwind of a busy season, it’s crucial to remember that our strength and endurance come from Him alone.
God established the Sabbath as a weekly day of rest so that in the midst of our busyness we would always have a sacred pause—a time set apart to rest and reflect and reconnect with Him. The Sabbath reminds us that we are not defined by what we do but rather by who we are: people made in the image of our Creator. And by observing the Sabbath, we acknowledge our need for God and we honor God’s design for our wellbeing.
When we intentionally schedule time to rest, we allow our bodies to recharge, our minds to find clarity, and our souls to be nourished. Resting in God’s presence brings healing, rejuvenation, and a new perspective, enabling us to navigate our busy seasons with grace and purpose.
In our obedience to schedule weekly rest, we may encounter feelings of guilt or anxiety about the unfinished tasks before us. However, as we prioritize rest, honor the Sabbath, and seek the Kingdom of God first, we place our trust in God’s provision in a practical way. We recognize that He is faithful and that our well-being is not solely dependent on our own efforts but on His loving care for us.
My prayer for us today is that we would embrace Psalm 46:10: “Be still, and know that I am God.” In the midst of the busyness, may we be intentional about taking a sacred pause each week and know that HE IS GOD!
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