It's almost a dirty word in our society, we admire a strong work ethic and going "above and beyond". Working hard is often a badge of honor, but rest is a gift from God. Today we talk to Kath Henry about the importance of rest and its place in our lives.

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REST

In place of our exhaustion and spiritual fatigue, God will give us rest. All He asks is that we come to Him… that we spend a while thinking about Him, meditating on Him, talking to Him, listening in silence, occupying ourselves with Him – totally and thoroughly lost in the hiding place of His presence.

CHUCK SWINDOLL

Rest. We all need it but all too often don’t get enough of it. In the hustle of life, rest can be overlooked, not prioritised, and forgotten.

However, rest is important for renewal and restoration of our mind, body and spirit. A time to connect with God and find strength and encouragement in Him.

As you walk through this week’s readings, our prayer is that you would take time to rest. To refresh and renew your heart and spirit. To seek God in your life and circumstance. To find comfort in His ever-loving arms.

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