In our fast-paced, always-on world, sleep can feel like a luxury. Yet both neuroscience and Scripture affirm that rest is vital, not only for the body but also for the mind and spirit. God designed rest to restore us and align us with His grace. In this article, you’ll learn what science reveals about the importance of sleep and what God’s Word teaches about the sacred value of rest.
As a healthcare professional, I’ve spent countless hours helping people reset their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. But over time, I’ve discovered a truth that runs deeper than any fitness goal or meal plan: the most transformational reset isn’t found in resolutions. It’s found in rest.
Rest isn’t just about sleeping! Discover how finding rest in God can transform your spiritual battles and bring you closer to peace. Learn why resting isn’t laziness—it’s a strategic act of spiritual warfare equipped by God! Read more to uncover the spiritual benefits of rest and how to achieve it!
What do you think of when you hear the word, “Rest”? Or “Be still”? Can I be honest and tell you, that those are two of the hardest things for me to do, and yet, I sometimes find myself smack dab in the place where that is what God is asking of me. God’s timing is perfect though. He showed me clearly during a time away a few years ago that it’s not only good to take a time of rest after the weariness of the battle, but He commands it.
Rest. We sometimes treat it as a weakness or a punishment. But, God granted us both time and the model of rest for our good. If you have ever felt worn out, weary, and longing for more, then this episode is the perfect show for you.
In this episode, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, and I talk not just about the importance of rest, but also about the different types of rest (and some of them might surprise you).
