Resting in Him

There's this new thing I'm trying to do, it's called "resting". After a great conversation with one of the interns in my IV chapter, I found out that I am not very good at it. Now resting doesn't necessarily just mean sleep or binge watching Netflix. There is a correct way to rest and it is the only way, in my opinion that brings about true rejuvenation.

This is why I am trying to learn how to rest in God. Resting in a way that brings glory to Him and my relationship with Him. This means being intentional. That is why I am going to implement a Sabbath into my week from now on. Even if it is just half a day, I want to devote a certain amount of time away from people, technology, and distractions and just give it all to God. Spending time reading the Bible, in listening prayer, and in creativity gives God glory and brings about true newness and energy to my life.

Today was the first day that I observed my Sabbath. I just did it for the morning because of previous plans and an abundance of homework. And even before I really started, I felt myself begin to get stressed and anxious because the thought of the amount of work I could do during that time would be so helpful to me. But, that is when you need to take a step back and realize where your priorities lie. We do not often notice school as an idol but it can become one and it is disguised as something good.

Now don't get me wrong, it is okay to want to do well in school and put forth good effort. But when that get's in the way of giving time to God, that is when it becomes a problem. Our time should first be dedicated to God and then to school. Not first to school and then fit in God where we can. I saw this imbalance in myself and quickly shook it off. One thing I have learned this year is that when I give my time to God and do things that are for His glory. I always always always have enough time for the school work.

Does that mean giving up guilty pleasures like Netflix and Facebook? Yes. But, it is what we give our time to which defines the type of person we are. My priority is God. Sometimes it get's a little messed up, but I always seem to come back to the conclusion that time given to God is NEVER time wasted.

Today as I spent a beautiful morning with my Creator I learned new things about Him, new things about myself, He spoke new truths into my life, and gave me this incredible, life giving rest. And now I am writing this blog to tell you that your time is precious and I would encourage you to offer it up to God. Ask Him how He would have you spend it and be obedient. God wants what is best for you and if you let Him, He will give you rest and rejuvenation in the purest and most perfect form.