Holidays With Jesus: ChristmasSample

Did you know God loves to see us not only enjoy life, but He also desires for us to rest and relax, too? Rest and relaxation for us is very important to Him.

God lovingly designed for us to keep the Sabbath Day each week: a day set aside exclusively for us to do absolutely nothing but rest, relax, and thoroughly enjoy Him! If you live to be 80 years old, that’s over 4,000 days of enjoying rest and our Lord – what an amazing command and gift! 

The Christmas season and “life” can wipe. you. out.

There are so many things to enjoy, see, taste, and do...so many loved ones to visit and enjoy...so many ways to volunteer, be an encouragement to others, and help.

And life can truly be a wild roller coaster at times.

That’s why it is so very important to be mindful of resting and relaxing.

To have the privilege to relax with Jesus, and set aside one day each week to go to church, get to know Him better, and learn more about Him...that’s exactly why we are on earth! To know, love, and serve God to the best of our ability!

Today is the perfect day to rest and relax with Jesus! Do absolutely nothing today (or the next upcoming Sunday...whichever is first) but hang out with Jesus and enjoy His company!

Prayer: “Dear Most Gracious Heavenly Father, in Your incredible wisdom, You understand how very important rest and relaxation is for us. Thank You so much for lovingly setting boundaries for us by asking us to slow down one day a week, so we can love You, learn about You, and enjoy our day with You as we recharge for each new week! We thank You so much for each loving purpose You have created, and also for your guidance and instruction for us. We love You so much! You are truly a good, good Father...You are the BEST! In Jesus precious name we pray, Amen!”

Activity: set aside one day each week to love and enjoy the Lord and to rest! It truly is a beautiful gift!

This devotional © 2018 by Kim Niles/Grief Bites. All rights reserved. Used by permission.