Available: Breaking Through “Busy” to Connect with GodSýnishorn

Rest

Tired. Our culture loves that word — it’s like a badge we wear to let people know there are demands on our time and our presence.

Being tired isn’t always a good thing, though. We can’t be as available to God when we’re exhausted, whether physically or spiritually.

That’s why we need good rest — and scrolling through Instagram or binging on Netflix doesn’t count.

Real rest should do two things: 

1. Get your mind off your source of stress. 
2. Get your mind on God’s love and power.

We can’t be fully available to God without rest. The best rest comes in the presence of God. Psalm 62 describes God as our fortress — what better place could there be to rest?

What’s your favorite way to rest? For some of us, it might be listening to uplifting worship music. Others might prefer praying in a quiet room. Maybe it’s sitting and reflecting on a favorite passage or writing in a gratitude journal. If it’s physical rest you need, maybe you can schedule more sleep during your week. Whatever kind of rest will most help you connect with God, make some time for it.