Thursday, February 23, 2012

WORK: Rest from your work

God created the earth and all its inhabitants in six days.  History tells us that on the seventh day he rested from all his work.  (Genesis 2:3) Work is important, but rest is also important.  In our busy culture, it is easy to get in the “rat race” and spend enormous amounts of time working, taking care of the kids and the house.  Stress and burn out is becoming more and more common. 

What does God say about this?  Rest.  Take some time and simply relax and be refreshed.  God rested on the seventh day and he commanded the Israelites to do the same.  Jesus told those who were weary to come to him and he would give them rest.  Take a day off, take a vacation, go to the spa, or do something that you find relaxing.  You will find yourself not only renewed but also closer to your creator.

©2010-2011 Minister Claretta Taylor Pam, Global Ecumenical Ministries Inc. and Universal Life Church Monastery of Massachusetts. All Rights Reserved

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