Rest

Rest is in the design that God used when he made us. That design is His own image and likeness. He worked and rested, just as we should. When we don't find time for rest, we end up making all of life a chore. We're too exhausted to do what relaxes us and we don't have the attention span or energy to focus our minds long enough to properly connect with those we love or take time to spend with God. We need rest. Not just sleep, but other restful activities as well. We can take a walk, play a game with the family, kick back and listen to some music, etc.

Reflection Questions

Q: What exhausts you or keeps you working past your limits?
A: I have a lot of reading to do and I fall asleep every time I try to read it. The stress of knowing that I'm not getting anything done yet can't sleep at night combines to keep me without rest.

Q: What is is like for you to set aside time to play? How regular and inviolable is that time?
A: I don't take time for play. It just happens while I'm trying to study.