He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.
Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall;
but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint. - Isaiah 40:29-31 (NIV)
Some of us at are our wits end by the time the day is really over. Yet we try to cram more things (stuff) into it. I know I do. It's like I have to do more because it's expected of me. Thus leading to total exhaustion and frustration.
One of the best ways to reduce burnout is to take time out to be close to God. Wow. Taking time out to be close to God should be our number one thing each day. Yet, how many of you are doing that very thing? Let's use the analogy of a candle. When you're burning the candle at both ends, it goes until it poofs out by itself. This is you neglecting your time with God because you were too into other things (taking out the trash, pleasing your supervisor, accommodating the children, or confused about what to do in general.
Let me tell you, when you draw close to Him, you can tap into His power, strength, peace, protection and love. Now that's some amazing and wonderful blessing to bestow. So, schedule time each day to meditate on His Word and on other writings that challenge you spiritually. Then you'll see as you focus on God's priorities, your priorities will become clearer.
Song: Near to the Heart of God (by: Cleland B. McAfee)
There is a place of quiet rest, Near to the heart of God,
A place where sin cannot molest, Near to the heart of God.
Chorus: O Jesus, blest Redeemer, Sent from the heart of God,
Hold us who wait before Thee Near to the heart of God
There is a place of full release, Near to the heart of God,
A place where all is joy and peace, Near to the heart of God
How can you make time for God in your busy schedule?
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Dear M Rolan
ReplyDeleteI must have wandered here by the hand of providence.
I have never come across a blog like yours. I don't think I want to find more either.
Suffice for me to say that you must be doing very good work, if nobody has commented on a single post of yours.
I was blogsurfing those who are involved in military work, and here you are, on about God. That is unusual in itself. And methinks, such diverse universes, and difficult that the twain may meet, think you not? In my perverse experience, I find it to be so.
But after that has been said, I know I shall visit often. I think I may have found an oasis here.
Thank you for checking out the blog.
ReplyDeleteI pray you find understanding, encouragement, and peace as you read the entries.
An oasis in God is always blissful.