Rest
Rest always sounds good but often sounds unrealistic or just unattainable. Career, family, busy schedules, and sometimes just distractions can keep us from healthy rest - physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
God, who designed us, knows what we need. He created all our systems to work together, including recharging our batteries through sleep, relaxation, downtime, and time with Him.
It sounds ironic and can be one of the hardest things to work at, but prioritizing rest is worth the effort.
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Describe what a perfect day of rest would look like for you.
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What did you take away from the message this week?
What grade would you give yourself on how well you do at resting?
Which is easiest and which is hardest for you: getting good sleep, having regular quiet time, or protecting the pace of your schedule?
What is the biggest difference between emptying your mind (what the world recommends), and filling your mind (what God recommends)?
When it comes to having regular quiet time with God, what are some of your struggles or best tips?
Read Matthew 11:28-30. What part of that is most encouraging for you?
