Rest In Stress

The transition into school is done, and a rhythm of life might be forming, just in time for the holidays right around the corner to come in and mess it all up again. As we approach the holidays it is important to remember to find time to rest. Find a time to spend time with your Heavenly Father, doing the things that allow you to relax, and setting aside the stresses of life even just for a moment. As Psalm 23 puts it, In the Lord we lack nothing. He makes us lie down in green pastures, leads us beside quiet waters, and restores our soul. 

A common misconception is that to rest you have to sleep, rest can be anything that moves your mind away from the daily stress of life and onto relaxation. The best relaxation is time with God. God sees your stress and embraces it with you, guides you to a green pasture, provides what you need, and ultimately restores your soul. In the upcoming season, remember where your rest comes from and focus on Him if family or the holidays become too much.