It is interesting to discover how few of us make time in our daily schedules to rest, reflect and recharge. This isn’t a new phenomenon; the Bible predicted it. God told Daniel that in the last days many shall run “to and from” and knowledge shall increase. This certainly sounds like the world that we live in today. Everyone is running around, rarely stopping to unplug and unwind.
The Bible presents rest, reflection, and recharging as essential components of a thriving life, both physically and spiritually. It even teaches that God himself modeled rest after creating the universe in six days, setting a precedent for humanity to follow.
One researcher says we have trained our brains “to constantly flit around the universe of messages and information seeking brief hits of excitement. Grazing ceaselessly, we never dig too deeply before moving on to the next distraction.” As humans, we are constantly seeking new information to entertain us or explore different phenomena.
Ask yourself this question: When was the last time you enjoyed some uninterrupted downtime without feeling guilty and unproductive? If your answer is that you do not remember, then perhaps you need to rethink your priorities. Avoiding burnout requires recognizing the signs. If you spend all day tweeting and texting, yet still feel lonely, technology may be dominating your life.
If you think that you need to be available 24 hours a day, you need to examine your own sense of importance or the control others have over you. The Bible highlights the blessedness of everyone who rest, reflect, and recharge. It encourages us to focus on things that are true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent and praiseworthy. This practice helps align our thoughts with truth, which promotes a holy and obedient life.
So, let’s integrate rest, reflection, and recharge into our daily lives. This involves intentional scheduling, aligning work with purpose, setting boundaries, practicing gratitude, and engaging in prayer. By embracing these practices, we can experience spiritual renewal, grow closer to God, and live a life that honors him.
So, resting, reflection, and recharge are crucial for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In a world that often glorifies constant busyness, intentionally setting aside time for these practices is a powerful act of self-care and a way to avoid burnout. Be blessed and Never Give Up! Never Give Up! Never Give Up!
Dr. Walter Ghosten
