Rest isn’t laziness. It’s obedience. 1. We live in a world that glorifies “busy”. The church isn’t immune to this. 2. But God rested on the seventh day. Not because He had to. But because He wanted to model it for us. 3. When we don’t stop to rest, we say: “Everything depends on me.” Or: “My worth is what I produce.” 4. Rest, on the other hand, is an act of trust. 5. Sabbath rest isn't just Netflix and a nap. It's intentional disconnection from striving. 6. Jesus told us to come to Him and He would give us rest. (Matthew 11:28)
Heavenly Father,On this Ash Wednesday, I come before You in humility, recognizing my need for Your grace and mercy. As the ashes are placed upon my head, I am reminded that I am but dust, and to dust I shall return. Yet, in Your great lov...
