So the message of the LORD spoken through Jeremiah was fulfilled. The land finally enjoyed its Sabbath rest, lying desolate until the seventy years were fulfilled, just as the prophet had said.

2nd Chronicles 36:21 (NLT)

I am the salt of the earth. I am the light of this world. Jesus said it so I believe it. I am a carrier of the Glory of God. Today, I will experience the extreme goodness of God. Today, I make myself available for God to show His goodness to others through me.  Today, I am increasing in influence. Today, I will see the goodness of God in my life! Today, something good is going to happen to me so I expect miracles. 

Happy Tuesday!

Are you dealing with burnout? Burnout is not something for you to ignore. It is a signal from your body (and sometimes your soul) that you need to make a change to how you are currently living. There is something worse than burnout - I call it a forced rest.

Last week, I shared how our lack of rest is often a sign of lack of faith. When the Israelites stopped following God, they stopped keeping the Sabbath Day and the Sabbath Year. What did that result in?

2nd Chronicles 36:21 says, “So the message of the LORD spoken through Jeremiah was fulfilled. The land finally enjoyed its Sabbath rest, lying desolate until the seventy years were fulfilled, just as the prophet had said.” (NLT)

What is your body made from? Genesis 2:7 says that we came from the earth. Adam was made from the dirt of the earth. Yes, you are a spirit being but your physical body came from the earth. And should Jesus tarry, when your time is done, your body is going back to the earth.

The earth needed a Sabbath, and when it didn’t receive a Sabbath it entered into a forced rest. How much more does your body need a rest? Many people are dealing with symptoms of burnout or forced rest and do not even know it.

A forced rest is more than burnout. Burning out is bad. However, a forced rest is far more serious and is an extreme case of burnout. A forced rest will prevent you from fulfilling God’s plan for your life. A forced rest will limit your effectiveness, will have an impact on your overall health, and will take precious time to recover from.

If you are noticing symptoms of burnout or forced rest, I want you to pause. It’s time to pray and re-calibrate. Are there things you need to stop doing? Are there things you need to do more? Have you learned how you rest? If so, how often are you resting?

Rest is not about sitting still and doing nothing. Rest is the original plan of God for your life that will enable you to be creatively productive and effective. Today, I want you to order my new book, The Rhythm of Rest, stream today’s devotional, and take time to pray about what I shared today. You can stream today’s podcast devotional on YouTube, Apple Podcast or Spotify.

We are going to have an outstanding October! Tomorrow, in the podcast and newsletter, I’m sharing three things you must know about October. I am so excited to share it with you.

I’m praying for you! Have a great day!

Pray this prayer with me today, “Father, thank you for loving me. I thank you that all your promises are trustworthy. I thank you that you never leave me nor forsake me. I thank you that you hear and answer prayer. Father, thank you for providing rest for me. I ask that you help me to live in the rhythm of rest for my life. Show me the changes that I should make. Teach me how I rest. Help me to upgrade my daily routine, stay focused, and move forward in your plan. I receive your help, wisdom, and strength. Thank you! In Jesus’ name. Amen.”

Something good is going to happen to you today. Keep moving forward! Want more encouragement? Check the links below and share them with others. Have a great day!

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You are still unfolding. Your future is still unfolding. What do you see? Listen to this encouragement from Tim Storey.

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