{"id":24698,"date":"2018-12-08T03:30:33","date_gmt":"2018-12-08T11:30:33","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.lccredding.org\/church\/?p=24698"},"modified":"2018-12-06T13:39:52","modified_gmt":"2018-12-06T21:39:52","slug":"december-8-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lccredding.org\/church\/2018\/12\/08\/december-8-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"December 8, 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"
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“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.”\u00a0<\/em>Psalm 4:8<\/p>\n

In Resting<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The ongoing nature of our unexpected journey is quite exhausting.\u00a0I mentioned in the previous update about the unending “drips” of trials.\u00a0They take a constant flow of energy. I get tired and weary.<\/p>\n

One of the things the Lord has shown me is the need for rest…for taking care of myself. I’ve always been a go-getter. I work hard, even at things I don’t like to do\u2014because I want to get them “done.”\u00a0On this journey, I’ve had to live with and accept things not being done!\u00a0And I’ve definitely had to learn new lessons about rest.<\/p>\n

I’ve had to learn to be quiet.\u00a0I’ve needed to “listen” to my body and what it is telling me I need.\u00a0I’ve had to ignore my list of things to do while I simply spend time in His presence, letting Him restore, refresh, and heal me.<\/p>\n

My granddaughter has been a sweet encourager.\u00a0When I tell her something I’ve done to find refreshment (a nap, a massage, watching a Hallmark movie), she’ll say to me, “Well done, Granma, for taking care of yourself!” It always makes me smile.<\/p>\n

The Lord has reminded me that He rested on the seventh day…and Jesus withdrew from the crowds and found time to rest, to be with the Father, and to be restored.\u00a0I’ve heard the words echo in my mind: “Rest is My gift to you!”\u00a0I’m learning how to receive that gift and not feel guilty for the things I’m not getting done.<\/p>\n

When I’m more rested, I find it not only easier to face the physical things I need to deal with, but I’m also stronger in facing the spiritual side of the trials I’m facing.\u00a0Rest helps me deal with disappointment and discouragement…with any doubts that pop up…with any sense of defeat the enemy throws at me.\u00a0When I’m tired and weary I’m so much more vulnerable.\u00a0Rest helps me have a fresh perspective\u2014God opens my eyes to see more clearly from His point of view.<\/p>\n

Whatever season we’re in, we need rest\u2014His rest!\u00a0I’m learning that I simply can’t be too “busy” to\u00a0rest<\/u>.\u00a0The rest He wants us to have is truly our lifeline.\u00a0As I care for Floyd, and as I continue to fight the cancer battle for myself, I need the “gift” He has given me of sweet rest.<\/p>\n

\u201cFather, in this season known for gift-giving, may we reach out and receive Your gift to us\u2014Your rest. Amen.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>

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