DCLM Sincere Milk 16 July 2023 — Rest
DCLM Sincere Milk 16 July 2023 Devotional by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi — Rest
Topic: Rest
Text: Genesis 2:1-3
1Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all the host of them.
2And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made.
3And God blessed the seventh day, and sanctified it: because that in it he had rested from all his work which God created and made.
Key Verse: “And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made” Genesis 2:2
Message
Rest means to cease from work or movement in order to relax, sleep or recover strength. Rest is very important especially after a long period of work. All work without rest will result into a stressful life, boredom or even sickness.
God our Creator, gave us example to follow when He observed rest after six days of work. Jesus our Lord and Master also encouraged His disciples to come apart and take some rest. As children, you need about eight (8) hours of rest at night and at least, an hour of siesta in the afternoon.
Benefits of rest include: Healthier immune system, reduced stress, better metabolism, improved mood, good brain development and lots more. Plan out your day and ensure you include periods of rest to enhance better productivity in every area of your life. Remember, rest is sweet after labour, so don’t spend all your day turning on your bed in the name of rest. The rule is to work hard and rest well!
Further Reading: Mark 6:30-32
Prayer for today: Dear Father, help me to work and take rest as much as necessary.
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)
