We have become so busy every day, our lives so tightly scheduled, that we
never seem to have an opportunity to just relax and allow our minds and
bodies to refresh. When was the last time that you took a few hours and did
nothing but just relax? In this fast-paced society where we push ourselves
to the limit constantly, it is no wonder why so many turn to alcohol, drugs,
and illicit sex. It is no wonder why so many end up in the hospital. We end up
burning out our minds and bodies, and try to find the temporary relief to
just get through one more day.
God never intended for his creation to live this way. Productivity is fine,
but to never stop and relax, allow ourselves the time to recharge, is
destructive. Our original purpose was to serve and glorify our Creator.
How can we do this when we are so focused on all of the things of this world
that occupy our time. In our busy day, the first thing we neglect is our
time
alone with God, our time of fellowship with Him, in prayer, the Word. How
can we truly have a personal relationship with someone that we never take
the time to be with?
Let me encourage you today. Slow down. Make time each day to fellowship
with God. You can do more in His strength than you could ever do in your
own. Why try to do it all with the little bit you have, when He can do it
all with the might and limitless power of the creator of the universe!
Today, the Lord is saying to you, "Come to me, all you who are weary and
burdened, and I will give you rest." Stop, relax, refresh. Take the
refreshing that can only come from God. My friend, you will be able to do
more, accomplish more, feel better, and enjoy life, when you are living each
day in His unlimited strength and not your own.
