Life is so easy when
things are calm and peaceful, but things get a little dicey when life rages
around us. We are busy people and busy people tend to race from one thing to
the next without pausing.
All of us need
something meaningful and significant to pursue. Yet, the frenetic pursuit of
"things to do, place to go and people to see" will rob us of the
peace and quiet that is essential to refresh and refuel our souls.
Living this life is
like driving an automobile along the byways of our city. We must drive
responsibly and safely. Lives depends on it . . . ours and others. Along the
city streets there are signs that identify safe speed limits and signals that
control the ebb and flow of traffic.
In addition, the
normal data received via the eyesight should direct the driver with common
sense. Yet, we all have seen (or been) the driver who ignores all the signs,
signals and common sense. "There goes an accident looking for a place to
happen!"
Our text passage
clearly expresses the importance of a slower pace and a quieted, calm spirit.
The Creator decided that regular rest periods were essential for his creation,
so he gave a personal example to follow (Genesis 2:2). Stop and take a break!
Refuel your soul!
Jesus knew that
physical energy for the journey depended on the spiritual refueling attained
through rest, relaxation and recreation (Matthew 14:13 et als). We are finite
beings who cannot function effectively if our energy gauge always registers
"weary." We need to regularly relax the body and calm the spirit.
What is happening at
the intersections of your life? Are you pressured by your duties and
responsibilities? Is your family or health taking a backseat? Are you being
distracted from hearing God's voice? Maybe it's time to stop and refuel. Maybe
you need a regular habit of refueling. In our weakness, God will be our
strength for the journey, if we will only stop and refuel our souls.
Dear Father, thank
you for your example of regular rest and relaxation. Empower us to control
ourselves and be calm in the face of life and responsibility. I pray this in
the name of Jesus. AMEN
Be strong and
courageous today by refueling your soul,
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