I had a LONG to do list this week.
While getting ready for the transition from one year to the next I had my end of the year plan for contacts to make, tasks to complete, and places to go.
Then, it happened. I started not feeling well and, out of precaution, needed to rest for most of the week.
Although most of my list is still in the “to-do” category instead of being “done” I received a great reminder. I took time to rest and the world kept spinning. I was reminded that, even though I need rest, God never sleeps (Psalm 121:4). He’s always working on my behalf.
While it is true that God honors hard work and discipline, our Father does not want us to be burned-out and always drained. Our seasons of hard work must be complemented by intentional and regular rest.
Life may have taught you to take control of all circumstances.
Trauma may have caused you to set things up so that you will never feel helpless again.
But the truth is, being in control of our lives is a myth; it only makes you worry more.
What issues in your life are you trying to control right now? Yes, we all have things to manage, but what areas are you attempting to have complete control over? Let it go.
The future is uncertain, but God is eternally dependable. While you will get tired, He never sleeps. He has promised peace beyond understanding and supernatural peace for your soul, if you just trust Him. So, take breaks, get rest, make time to relax. And trust God, the trustworthy One, who is in total and complete control.
Trust God. Seek Him. Be Affirmed in Christ.
indeed, he who watches over Israel
Psalm 121:4, ESV
will neither slumber nor sleep.
Affirmed in Christ 