Resting in Him
Which God will bring about in his own time—God, the blessed and only Ruler, the King of kings and Lord of lords, who alone is immortal and who lives in unapproachable light, whom no one has seen or can see. To him be honor and might forever. AMEN. 1 Timothy 6:15-16
Being forced to rest is not easy for me. My lifestyle has always been one of activities, going here and there. Things have changed now. By sheer medical necessity, I am forced to rest my weary and painful bones as they heal. I am learning that there is more to life than being busy. Also, Sarah Young (Jesus Calling) has helped me to be more aware of His Presence. Yes, once upon a time, not too long ago, I was a tired and resentful racehorse.
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Worship Me only. I am King of kings and Lord of lords, dwelling in unapproachable Light. I am taking care of you! I am not only committed to caring for you, but I am also absolutely capable of doing so. Rest in Me, My weary one, for this is a form of worship.
Though self-flagellation has gone out of style, many of My children drive themselves like racehorses. They whip themselves into action, ignoring how exhausted they are. They forget that I am sovereign and that My ways are higher than theirs. Underneath their driven service, they may also secretly resent Me as a harsh taskmaster. Their worship of Me is lukewarm because I am no longer their First Love.
My invitation never changes: Come to Me, all you who are weary and I will give you rest. Worship Me by resting peacefully in My Presence.
Gracious God, thank You for our rest. Please help us to see and feel the need before we become numb to life. Give us the strength to run to You to experience Your Peace and let us never grow tired of praising You. AMEN.
PHOTO: Michael Johnston 10/3/25