I’m a walker. I know we all walk, but walking is my
chosen form of exercise. It’s common for me to walk several miles a day,
several days a week. But lately, my walking has felt a little different.
I’m
pushing myself
Goals are a great thing! They can inspire and
motivate us to keep going even when we want to quit. But do we ever push too
hard? I don’t know about you, but I try to set goals I couldn’t reach on my
own. I know I will need God’s help. But I’ve had to ask myself lately – did God
intend that goal for me? Am I really supposed to be pushing myself this hard?
The
‘get to’ has become a ‘have to’
I’m thankful to have time to myself to think,
worship, pray or even just zone out while I’m walking. Normally, it’s a time to
feed my body and my soul. But lately, it feels more like a ‘have to.’ I’m so
tired from a busy schedule that I lack the energy. When I don’t do it, I feel
guilty. Can you relate? What has become a ‘have to’ in your life? Our energy
wanes and our mindsets forget these things are something we ‘get to’ do.
I
go when I should stop
We live in a busy world and it’s difficult to stop
and rest. But God created this world and even He rested on the seventh day –
amen? If you’re like me, you probably fill most of your time with things that
need to get done. Some of it is fun, some is monotonous, and some is just
necessary. But when do you do nothing? When do you rest? My knee reminded me
the other day that I should have been resting instead of walking. I shouldn’t
require pain to stop and listen.
I’ve shared before that I’m trying to find a new
balance in my life. Seasons have changed, and even though the change has been
good, everything feels different. So I’m going to make a temporary change – I’m
taking a break from my blog. I have written every week for almost 5 years. I
have loved it and it has grown me in ways I never expected. But I’m tired and I
need some rest. I invite you to look through the archives when you need a word
of encouragement. I believe God will lead you to the exact thing He wants you
to know. Keep walking… I’ll catch up with you soon!
Be blessed,
Jennifer
“Come
to me, all you who are weary and
burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
6 comments:
Get some rest. We will miss you and the truths God give you. See you soon!
May God bless your season of rest by filling every space with more of himself. I love The Message paraphrase of the verse you quoted above, Matthew 11:28. Check it out. May you rest in his "unforced rhythms of grace."
Thanks Teri! :)
Thank you Vicki! I appreciate you. :)
Will miss your weekly blogs. Enjoy your rest! Hebrews4:10
Angie Wagner
Thank you Angie! So glad to know you've enjoyed it! :)
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