Podcasts about finding rest

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What if some of the sorrow, fear, and uncertainty we experience comes not from our circumstances, but from the thoughts we've learned to believe? This week, Heather is joined by life coach Jen Maher to explore Isaiah through the lens of coaching and everyday life. Starting with Isaiah's promise that the Lord can give us "rest from thy sorrow," Heather and Jen talk about what it means to recognize the influence of the Holy Ghost, find peace even when life feels chaotic, and question the thoughts that pull us away from who God tells us we are. In this episode, you'll hear: How recognizing peace can help us become more aware of the Spirit Why you don't have to believe every thought that enters your mind How thoughts influence our feelings, actions, results, and beliefs Why our worth in God's eyes doesn't rise and fall with our successes or failures How Isaiah's imagery of the desert blossoming like a rose can teach us about our own spiritual growth Heather and Jen also explore how coaching tools can help us better understand our brains, regulate our reactions, cultivate Christlike love, and become more intentional about the thoughts we choose to believe. As you study Isaiah this week, consider where God may be inviting you to find rest, question an old belief, or blossom into more of who He already knows you can become. And if you'd like support doing that work in your own life, visit LDSLifeCoaches.com to connect with a coach who can help. For more information about and for links to access all Jen has to offer, please click HERE. View on YouTube, go HERE. For more information and available downloads, go to: https://ldslifecoaches.com/ All content is copyrighted to Heather Rackham and featured coaches. Do not use without permission. Niche: Mindset Coach Find out more about Jen Maher HERE. Find this Interview on YouTube, HERE Come Follow Me Lesson: Isaiah 12-14; 22; 24-30; 35 HERE

1. Holy Longing 2. Finding Rest 3. Continued Praise This sermon explores the transformative work of grace that creates a holy longing for God's presence in congregational worship, as depicted in Psalm 84. It contrasts the natural human tendency to hide from God with the renewed desire to dwell in His house, emphasizing that this passion is rooted in the special way God reveals Himself through the means of grace. The exposition highlights the imagery of the sparrow and swallow to illustrate how believers, despite their worthlessness and restlessness, find true rest and worth in God's grace through the sacrifice and intercession of Christ. The message concludes by asserting that this worship experience fuels continual praise and sustains the Christian life, pointing ultimately to the eternal worship of God in heaven.

Today, we're chatting with Betsy Childs Howard about a theme we are all familiar with—waiting—specifically waiting for sleep. No matter our season, we have all likely faced the challenges that come from seasons of exhaustion. You're not going to want to miss the practical and gospel encouragement in this episode! 3:20 — Waiting for Sleep in Weary Seasons8:15 — Why God Created Us with a Need for Rest15:05 — Trusting God When Physical Rest Isn't Available21:25 — Meeting God in the Middle of the Night27:40 — Finding Our Ultimate Rest in Christ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠FULL SHOW NOTES⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ journeywomen.org/episode/finding-rest DISCUSSION QUESTIONS What seasons of waiting have you navigated in your own life? How does knowing that God created us to rest bring you comfort? What truths or Scriptures that were mentioned did you find encouraging for your particular season of restlessness or sleeplessness? What habits or rhythms (big or small) bring rest to your soul when you are in a weary or sleepless season? What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week's episode? FOR MORE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Give⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to Journeywomen Ministries: Journeywomen.org/give  Listen on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Android⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ |⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a rating & review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interviews do not imply Journeywomen's endorsement of all writings and positions of the interviewee or any other resources mentioned.  On the Journeywomen podcast, we'll help you know and love God through his Word, find your hope in the gospel, and invest deeply in your local church as you go out on mission for the glory of God.

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Vicar Brian talks about finding reset in Jesus amidst all of our daily responsibilities and concerns. Scripture Reading: Matthew 11:25-30. 9-13-26 The Examined Life: Finding Rest Brian Gentry

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Presented by Julie Busteed Sometimes it feels like I'm living for a break—for that time when I can finally get away, rest, and come back refreshed and energized. And there's certainly a place for getting away and resting. But I've realized it can't be my only plan. I need to learn how to be refreshed in the middle of everyday life, rather than always looking ahead to the next vacation or weekend. I don't want to spend my life, as our culture sometimes puts it, “living for the weekend.” God gave us a rhythm of rest. He set apart the seventh day as a day of rest because he knows you and I need it. We need weekly rest, not just vacation rest when we leave town. And yet, it can be surprisingly easy to ignore this rhythm. I've been talking about how busyness and our tendency to say “yes” to everything can spill over into our rest. And sometimes our unwillingness to stop or our failure to trust God with what needs to get done can keep us from truly resting. But I believe it is important and shouldn't be ignored, especially since it is God's Word. Putting this into practice will take some intentionality. It's not simply about time management, although, in a way, it is. We have to actually make space for rest and protect that time. And that isn't always easy. Resting doesn't have to be on Sunday. I realize that doesn't work for everyone. What I do want to emphasize is the importance of intentionally setting aside 24 hours each week to rest. I think there's also freedom in how we practically do this. Maybe, for you, your Sabbath begins around Thursday evening and continues through Friday evening. Maybe you mark that time as different by not running errands. Perhaps you make a special meal you enjoy, take a long walk, spend time with a friend, or do something you wouldn't normally make time for during the week. And, of course, it should include time with God. Time to simply rest and be with him rather than always doing. Read his Word, but don't rush through it. Meditate on what you're reading. Read a good book. Take your time. Don't let yourself be ruled by the clock. I encourage you to prayerfully ask God how you can build regular Sabbath rest into your life the way he intentionally designed it for us. God designed us to work from a place of rest, not to work so hard that we find ourselves exhausted and needing rest. Walking worthy of Christ sometimes means knowing when to stop, be still, and simply rest with him.

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Presented by Julie Busteed How do we live our lives walking worthy of Christ and not spend our day constantly exhausted? I've been looking at how God created us to rest. And, as always, Jesus is our best example. Jesus was constantly in demand. Crowds followed him. His disciples needed him. Sick and hurting people came to him. The Pharisees watched and challenged him. And yet, Jesus made time to rest. Luke 5:16 says, But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed. Around this time, Jesus was healing people, and the news about him was spreading quickly. Crowds were coming to him to be healed of their diseases. Yet, right in the middle of all that demand and attention, Jesus withdrew to a lonely place and prayed. He wasn't driven by the desire to be popular, needed, or in demand. The kind of recognition that can so easily become a driving force in our lives wasn't his priority. His priority was doing the Father's will and that began with getting away from the crowds and spending time alone with God. Sometimes I think we're afraid to be alone. We need constant busyness or noise. Maybe you and I are simply so accustomed to it that we don't even notice it anymore. But we need quiet. Our souls need time alone with God. Psalm 46:10 says, Be still, and know that I am God. God calls us to himself to be still and simply be with him. Jesus also needed physical rest. John 4:6 says, Jacob's well was there, and Jesus, tired as he was from the journey, sat down by the well. It was about noon. Jesus was tired, so he sat down and rested. He allowed the other disciples to go into town to get the supplies they needed while he stayed behind. And while he rested, he had an amazing conversation with the woman who came to the well. Jesus didn't neglect his physical needs. He rested. And he trusted others to take care of what needed to be done. I recently had the opportunity to get away and rest for a few days at a lake house. I noticed this saying that was on a plaque in the home: “Time wasted at the lake is time well spent.” I take it to mean that rest and not doing your ordinary life of work–getting out of your daily routine and relaxing and enjoying time at the lake is not wasted. That rest is important. That this time is valuable. I would argue that we also need to “waste time” with God. Not because our time is actually wasted, but because sometimes the most productive thing we can do is simply rest in him. I think the plaque could read “Time wasted with God is time well spent!”

Presented by Julie Busteed Are you the kind of person who would rather do everything yourself than delegate or ask for help? I can be that way sometimes. It’s not because I think I can do everything better than everyone else. Sometimes it’s a control issue. Other times it simply feels like more work to explain the task, ask for help, and trust someone else to follow through. As I’ve thought about that, I’ve realized I sometimes treat my relationship with God the same way. Without even realizing it, I start acting as though everything depends on me and my effort, my planning, my ability to keep checking things off the list. And before long, I’m exhausted because I’m striving in my own strength instead of depending on his. As I’ve been learning to develop healthier rhythms that aren’t centered only on work and productivity, God has been showing me something. I wasn’t created to carry everything myself. More than anything, I need to trust him. I’m finite. He is not. I have limits. He doesn’t. One of my favorite passages is maybe a familiar one to you—Proverbs 3:5–6: Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. Those verses raise some honest questions for me. Do I really trust him in every area of my life? Or am I quietly depending on my own abilities, my own plans, my own resources? Do I truly believe he will lead me? That he has good purposes for today and for my future? Notice what the passage doesn’t say. It doesn’t tell me to figure everything out or make every path straight myself. It simply says to trust him and submit to him. That’s incredibly freeing. When I humble myself before God, remember his promises, and surrender my plans to him, I don’t have to carry the weight of being in control. I can rest in him. He already knows my limitations. He never expected me to do everything or carry every burden on my own. So how do we live this out? It’s one day at a time. Really, one moment at a time. It’s choosing to seek him throughout the day instead of relying only on ourselves. And it’s choosing to set aside one day each week to stop striving. To let go of the unfinished work. To trust him with everything waiting for us next week. Sabbath rest becomes an act of trust. It’s where our minds, emotions, and bodies are refreshed. It’s where we stop toiling long enough to remember that God is still at work, even when we aren’t.

Presented by Julie Busteed Do you ever feel like you’ll never get it all done? The to-do list just keeps growing, and there never seems to be enough time. I’ve certainly been there. There have been seasons when I had so many responsibilities that I felt like I simply couldn’t keep everything together. And when I finally slowed down, it wasn’t because I had chosen to rest. It was because I was completely exhausted and had nothing left to give. I want something different. I want healthier rhythms in my life. Rhythms that don’t require me to pour out until I collapse. Maybe you can relate. The interesting thing is I don’t struggle because I dislike rest. In fact, I enjoy it. My struggle is that rest can feel irresponsible. My thoughts run to: “What if I fall behind? What if I don’t get everything done? What if I disappoint someone or miss an opportunity?” Yet Scripture invites us to rest not because our work is unimportant, but because God is faithful. Every time we intentionally pause, we make a declaration: my security doesn’t come from my constant effort. It comes from the Lord God who never grows weary. The challenge is our culture celebrates busyness. When someone asks, “How are you?” how often do you answer, “Oh, I'm good just super busy!” Sometimes busyness becomes a badge of honor. It makes us feel productive, needed, and even important. But what is all that busyness doing to your soul? To your body? To your relationships? In God’s economy, busyness is never the goal. Faithfulness is. God cares far more about our relationship with him than about how many items are checked off the to do lists. Yes, he has given us meaningful work to do, but he has also commanded us to rest. I remember a season of my life when I said yes to almost everything. I enjoy helping people, so saying yes came naturally. I’d volunteer to help, pick up an extra shift, make a meal for someone in need—good things, worthwhile things. But there was a cost. As I looked honestly at my life, I realized that while I was caring well for everyone else, I was neglecting my own home and family. I liked being the person others could count on, but I wasn’t paying attention to what it was costing the people closest to me—or even myself. That’s when I realized I needed a new rhythm. Now, instead of automatically saying yes, I pause. I pray. I look at my calendar. I ask whether this is really what God is asking of me in this season. Sometimes the answer is yes. Sometimes it’s no. And that’s okay. Learning to rest isn’t about becoming less productive. It’s about trusting God enough to believe faithfulness is more important than constantly staying busy.

Presented by Julie Busteed I'm sure you've heard the phrase “work-life balance”. When I hear it, I picture a seesaw, constantly trying to stay perfectly balanced. But if you've ever been on a seesaw, you know that's not easy. There are always ups and downs. I'm not convinced that “balance” is the right goal. I think God calls us to something different—to healthy rhythms. Life has seasons. Some seasons are naturally busier than others, but how do we live out those seasons without always feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, and out of sync? The truth is, you and I were never created to live at full throttle all the time. We were created to regularly rest. We were created to practice Sabbath. But what does that really mean? And what does it look like in our lives today? Going back to the very beginning of Scripture, we see that God himself established the pattern. Genesis 2:3 says: Then God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it he rested from all the work of creating that he had done. Think about that. God didn’t rest because he was tired. He rested because he was establishing a rhythm for his creation. A rhythm you and I are meant to follow. The Ten Commandments also references the Sabbath. Exodus 20 says: Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God. On it you shall not do any work…. God points back to creation as the reason. Just as he worked for six days and rested on the seventh, he calls us to do the same. Now, Sabbath certainly includes worship but notice that God also repeatedly emphasizes rest. He tells his people to stop working. To cease striving and to follow his example. And perhaps even more importantly, I think we need to change our mindset. Instead of thinking, “I have to take a day off,” what if we saw Sabbath as a weekly declaration that God is enough? It’s a way of saying, “God, you’re in control. The world keeps turning even when I stop working. I trust you to provide. I trust you with what didn’t finish today.” Sabbath isn’t primarily about following another rule. It’s about nurturing our relationship with God. It’s about trusting him enough to stop, worship, rest, and remember that he is the one who sustains our lives.

After months of silence, God finally speaks to Job from the whirlwind—not with easy explanations for his suffering, but with a breathtaking vision of sovereign majesty. Discover how beholding the untamed Creator allows us to trust Him in the dark

In 1 Samuel 21, David is on the run. He makes choices – some of them showing his reliance on God, others showing reliance on himself.Ultimately, at the beginning of 1 Samuel 22, David follows God's instructions and comes to a place of rest. He is still facing the same trials and challenges as at the beginning of 1 Samuel 21, and he will face those challenges for many years, but he is where God has called him to be.This Sunday, we will look at David's story, and we will also look at how this future king of Israel points to the High King of Heaven, Jesus Christ.

What if the hardest thing you are facing right now is actually easy? Not easy in the sense that it requires no effort, but easy in the sense that the God who holds the universe in His hands has already accounted for it. That is the heart of the message we explore here, rooted in Matthew 11:28-30, where we are invited to come to Jesus with our weariness and heavy burdens and receive the gift of rest. Not rest as a reward we earn after exhausting ourselves, but rest as the very starting point God designed for our lives. We dig into the powerful truth that the way of the world is hard, but the way of God is easy, and we examine how our own words, emotions, and thought patterns can make a light burden feel impossibly heavy. When we call our challenges hard, we partner with that difficulty in a way that slows down our faith. When we keep our emotions under control, stay humble, and remain yoked closely with Jesus, we step into a flow where what He has assigned us actually fits. This message challenges us to stop priding ourselves on how much we have survived and start believing we were called to thrive. Stream today's message, apply its principles, and share it with a friend!

Who is the sufficient one in your ministry?In this mainstage session from the Church Leaders Conference 2026, Timothy Ateek, Elder and Lead Pastor of Watermark Community Church, teaches through Matthew 11:28–30 and points weary church leaders to Jesus' invitation to come to him and find rest. Learn how ministry should always be an overview of our dependence on Christ's sufficiency. Church Leaders Conference 2027 - We would love to see you in the room at CLC27!

Are you tired of feeling weighed down by stress and endless to-do lists?In today's episode, Richelle Alessi invites us to explore the deep peace that comes from truly trusting God, even when letting go feels impossible. Together, we'll reflect on Proverbs 3:5-8 and discover how surrendering control can bring not only peace to our hearts, but health and refreshment to our bodies as well.Join us as we lift one another up in prayer and devotion, committing our worries to God and allowing His promises to restore our minds, souls, and bodies.Tap HERE to send us a text! Our podcast family is growing - introducing Men's Morning Devotional! Our dad, Steve Alessi, and all of our husbands are now hosting their own 5 minute devotionals every weekday - for men who want to become better husbands, fathers, and leaders! Listen, follow and subscribe here - MensMorningDevotional.comSupport the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Attend the Circle with Sarah Online Retreat on August 7-8, and Sarah will help you become the peace-filled, joyful mom you're called to be.How long is your to-do list? What if you added in all the extra shoulds and supposed-tos that you are in your head but you don't even write down because that would be too overwhelming? How long is it then?It might feel a little cliché to talk about how busy we are. But I think it's helpful to acknowledge that most of us are at least a little bit (or more) fried. So why do we do this to ourselves? Why do we keep piling things onto our to-do lists?If you take a closer look at your list, I think you'll find that underneath that busyness, the reason is relationships. Your list is long because you love your kids, and you want them to feel loved and supported by the things you do for them, from teaching to cooking to cleaning to working outside the home. But a hard truth I've learned in nearly 25 (!!) years of motherhood is that restless busyness can make it harder to do the things that actually allow us to nurture our kids, develop fruitful relationships with them, and model God's love.Today on the show, I want to help you find some rest in the mess so you can show up in all of your relationships with more peace and even, dare I say it… joy. To do that, I'm going to let you in on some of our favorite moments from Circle With Sarah over the last year. Circle With Sarah is one of our Read-Aloud Revival Premium members' favorite features. It's a private podcast, live virtual events, and biannual virtual retreats all designed to support you in the journey you've chosen as a mom.In this episode, you'll hear: Shifting your focus to how far you've come from how far you have left to goA simple exercise for getting to the root of worry and learning to trust that what we do is enough Tips for reframing interruptions, prioritizing rest and connectionLearn more about Sarah Mackenzie:Read Aloud RevivalWaxwing BooksSubscribe to the NewsletterFind the rest of the show notes at: readaloudrevival.com/finding-rest-in-the-mess

Life has a way of keeping us busy—but being busy isn't the same as being fulfilled. Even after a vacation or a good night's sleep, many of us still feel weary on the inside. What if the rest your soul longs for isn't found by doing less, but by drawing closer to God?Join us for PRAY FIRST, a 21 day journey into the kind of rest Jesus promised. From Sunday services to daily prayer guides, we will provide everything you need to release your burdens, quiet the noise, and find lasting peace in God's presence.Join us in-person or online and discover the rest your soul has been searching for.

We talk with Pastor Jeremy Husby about why Jesus being fully God and fully human changes how we face suffering, fear, and loneliness. We find comfort in a Savior who plans every detail with divine power and still walks beside us with real human compassion.Support the showThe ministry of Christian Life Resources promotes the sanctity of life and reaches hearts with the Gospel. We invite you to learn more about the work we're doing: https://christianliferesources.com/When the world feels confusing, heavy, and loud, where do you find something solid to stand on? Rooted by the River is a one-day pro-life, Christian conference designed to anchor you in God's Word and equip you to face some of today's hardest issues. Don't miss presentations on coping, sexual shame, AI, and better conversations about abortion. Plus a powerful interview with an abortion survivor! You'll be strengthened to live and speak with courageous, Christ-centered hope right where God has placed you. Register today: https://christianliferesources.com/get-involved/events/2026-conference

This week, Joshua and the Israelites finish their conquest of the land, which will lead them into a season of rest from their struggles. God wants us to find rest from our battles as well. Today we will discover how in Joshua chapter 11. 

Free Resource: Craft a Rule of Life for Emotionally Healthy Leaders → emotionallyhealthy.org/ruleIn 2004, I stood in front of a building we couldn't afford to renovate, a staff team with the wrong people in the wrong seats, and a list of problems that all traced back to my own failures as a leader. I thought about resigning. I thought I'd taken the church as far as I could.Most of us know that feeling. Not enough hours. Not enough margin. Not enough emotional or spiritual energy for one more thing. And under that kind of pressure, we get reactive, anxious, driven.This week, I go back to 701 BC and a king named Hezekiah, surrounded by the most powerful army in the world, with no way out. What he does under that siege is still exactly what we need today. Four practices, not theory, that show you how to find rest when the pressure won't let up.This isn't about managing your calendar better. It's about what you do the moment the walls close in.Listen now, and grab the Rule of Life resource above to start building this into your own life.Reserve your spot at our upcoming Global Leaders Conference.September 30 – October 1, 202614th St. Salvation Army, NYC(Live Spanish Translation available)Register Now: https://ehd.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3421612Learn more about the EH Global Leader Conference 2026: http://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/conference

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What does it really mean to be friends with Jesus—not just “say prayers,” but actually talk with Him, listen, and let that relationship grow? Father Sam Martin and Ann Lankford (Director of Catechesis and Evangelization for the Diocese of La Crosse) share simple, down-to-earth ways to deepen daily prayer and then let that friendship naturally […]

In this sermon, brother Kevin looks at the concept of rest from a biblical perspective, emphasizing its importance in our spiritual lives, and discusses the different types of rest, the dangers of neglecting it, and how Jesus Christ is the ultimate object and source of our rest.

In this episode of The Church Planting Podcast, Greg Nettle sits down with church planter, coach, and author Marc Lucenius, lead pastor of 938 Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania. Marc recently released his new book, Rest for the Restless, a practical and deeply personal exploration of how leaders can sustain healthy ministry without sacrificing their souls. Marc shares the story of planting 938 Church with Stadia Church Planting, navigating the challenges of launching a church just before the pandemic, and leading through the uncertainty that followed. Along the way, he learned firsthand the dangers of burnout, resentment, self-pity, and the relentless pressure many church leaders place on themselves. Drawing from his own experiences and years of ministry leadership, Marc unpacks the biblical principle of Sabbath—not simply as a day off, but as a way of life rooted in trust, enjoyment, and freedom. He challenges the common assumption that productivity and spiritual maturity are the same thing and offers a healthier vision of leadership that flows from rest rather than striving. Greg and Marc also discuss how our personal stories shape our relationship with work, achievement, and ministry. They explore practical ways leaders can embrace rhythms of rest, cultivate meaningful friendships, process emotional wounds, and avoid the subtle traps of burnout. The conversation concludes with a powerful reminder that sustainable ministry isn't about slowing down ambition—it's about learning to live and lead from a place of wholeness, trust, and joy in what God has already accomplished. Table of Contents:  00:00 – 03:20 Introduction to Marc Lucenius, 938 Church, and church planting in Philadelphia. 03:20 – 05:30 Planting through the pandemic and helping launch another church. 05:30 – 08:00 The inspiration behind Rest for the Restless. 08:00 – 11:30 Burnout, exhaustion, and the difference between performing ministry and living it. 11:30 – 15:00 The biblical vision of Sabbath and learning a different story. 15:00 – 18:30 Ceasing vs. switching: why leaders struggle to truly rest. 18:30 – 21:30 Feasting, enjoyment, and building a satisfying life in Christ. 21:30 – 24:30 Emotional health, healing ministry wounds, and sustainable leadership. 24:30 – 27:45 Practical advice for church planters: friendship, accountability, and longevity.  

Shayla has a conversation with a member of the Canopy Church community, Katie, on the experience of practicing sabbath. They touch on their journey to practicing sabbath, the challenges that have emerged, and the things they are learning along the way from God! 

Finding Rest for Your Soul | Matthew 11:28-30 | Pastor Will Cover

What if addiction isn't the real problem?In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, Steve Adams sits down with author, speaker, and storyteller Jon Seidl to discuss his new book, Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic. Jon shares his journey through anxiety, trauma, addiction, recovery, and ultimately deeper intimacy with Christ.Together they explore why addiction often begins long before substance abuse, how unresolved wounds shape our behaviors, the danger of hidden struggles in the Church, and why true freedom comes not from behavior modification but from healing the deeper places of the heart.Whether your struggle is alcohol, work, pornography, approval, control, comfort, food, success, or something else entirely, this conversation is for you. As Jon says:"We're all addicted to something."Topics include:• Trauma and addiction• The role of shame in keeping people stuck• Why Christians often hide their struggles• Radical vulnerability and authentic community• Identity in Christ• Abiding in Jesus as the path to freedom• The concept of "messy sanctification"• Finding healing beneath the habitGuest:Jon Seidl: Author of Confessions of a Christian AlcoholicLearn more:https://www.jonseidl.com/confessions-of-a-christian-alcoholic-bookhttps://www.veritasrecovery.org/For more resources from Embracing Brokenness Ministries:https://embracingbrokenness.org/Chapter Markers00:00 Introduction: We're All Addicted to Something01:23 Meet Jon Seidl05:50 From Journalist to Storyteller09:30 Finding Rest and Mental Health13:40 Success Didn't Fix the Problem16:00 When Alcohol Became an Escape19:00 The Slow Fade into Addiction23:00 The Miami Trip That Changed Everything27:00 "Get to the Root of Why You're Drinking"29:00 Childhood Trauma and Hidden Wounds32:00 Letting Jesus Into Every Part of Your Story35:00 Why Jon Wrote This Book37:15 Four Steps Toward Freedom37:30 Abiding in Christ40:15 Finding Your True Identity43:00 Radical Vulnerability47:00 The Power of Obedience50:00 Escapism, Sobriety and Freedom52:00 Embracing Messy Sanctification56:00 The Healing Power of Community58:00 Veritas Recovery and Next Steps1:01:00 Final Encouragement

Send us Fan MailDo you ever feel like you're wandering a hallway, disconnected from God, wondering where He's gone? You're not alone. In this episode of "Permission to Pause," we explore the often-difficult experience of feeling spiritually dry – what Pat Layton calls a "hallway season." It's tempting to feel like a failure when the vibrant connection you once felt fades, but what if this silence isn't a sign of abandonment? Pat, a seasoned coach with over 40 years of experience walking alongside women, shares profound insights on navigating these seasons with grace and finding renewal in stillness. We'll unpack the dangers of "spiritual bypassing" and discover how to release the pressure of performance, shifting instead into a place of peaceful presence with God. Learn how to trust the guidance you've already received and find strength in community, even when His voice seems distant. Ultimately, this episode is a gentle invitation to rest, reflect, and remember: even in the hallway, God is present, and your journey isn't over. Thank you for joining me on today's Permission to Pause. I would love to hear from you!For comments and episode suggestions contact pat@patlayton.netI'd love to have you vsist my BLOG to join the conversation at patlayton.net Join the conversation via my blog at www.patlayton.net PLUS my  IG REELS https://www.instagram.com/patlayton/reels/Find DEEPER DIVE Pause notes and LOTS OF FREE RESOURCES here. Again! Thank you for Pausing with me! 

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Remember God loves you so much he sent his Son Jesus Christ to take the punishment for your sins. You are of great value. Jesus loves you and He is just a prayer away! This episode includes AI-generated content.

Finding Rest (6.7.26 Alison Noll) by River NYC Sermons

Jennie Lusko is here to kick off talking about the practice of sabbath for the next three weeks. She's going to help us think through what it looks like to find moments of rest and pause in our day to day, which is perfect because her brand new book also just came out called: Fresh Mercies Everyday, and it's beautiful. If making space for a Sabbath is something you've been wanting to do, we've created a Sabbath Practice Guide for you that's available over on spirituallystronger.com. It's got a list of ideas for practicing sabbath daily, weekly, and yearly. Just some simple things to help you think through how to prepare. Find the show notes here . . . . The final episodes of season 1 of my brand new TV show, I Gotta Ask, drop THIS THURSDAY over on the Wonder Project channel on your Prime Video app. Don't forget there's a 7 day free trial for you, so you can binge all of them. We had the best time sitting down with experts and real life friends and just chopping it up over questions about faith and fear and business and finance and dating. For more details or a reminder on where and how to watch, visit igottaask.com! . . . . Eddie Kaufholz and I are currently on the road this month for The Buddies Tour and we want to see you there! We're heading to 6 different cities and it is a night of just pure fun. Get your tickets at thebuddiestour.com! . . . . Thank you to our sponsors: BetterHelp: Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/thatsoundsfun. Brodo: Head to Brodo.com/THATSOUNDSFUN for 20% off your first subscription order and use code THATSOUNDSFUN for an additional $10 off. ELIC: Head to elic.org/thatsoundsfun to learn more. StoryWorth: Order RIGHT NOW and save up to $20 at storyworth.com/thatsoundsfun. Capstone Wellness: Learn more at capstonewellness.com/thatsoundsfun. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at Shopify.com/soundsfun⁠. Boll and Branch: Get 15% off your first order plus free shipping at BollAndBranch.com/thatsoundsfun with code thatsoundsfun. Helix: Go to helixsleep.com/thatsoundsfun for 20% off sitewide! The Wonder Project: Subscriber support makes more great content like I Gotta Ask with Annie F. Downs possible. The Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video is available in the U.S. for $8.99/month or $89.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Visit IGottaAsk.com to learn more! NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of popular Christian podcast, That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends. Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the answer to your exhaustion isn't doing less—but drawing closer to Jesus?This week, Pastor Gregg kicks off our Unhurried series by exploring the biblical rhythm of Sabbath and Jesus' invitation to find true rest. In this message, we discover why our culture's pace is leaving us spiritually dry, emotionally drained, and disconnected from God, and how Jesus offers something deeper than a vacation, a better schedule, or an escape.If you've been carrying burdens, running on empty, or struggling to slow down and be present with God — this message is for you.We hope that you enjoy this series! Subscribe if you haven't already to stay up to date with what we've got going on here at Creekside Church!Insta: creeksidechurchnpCheck out our website! https://creekside.church

Life feels full for so many of us. There are responsibilities to manage, people to care for, work to do, ministries to serve in, and homes to tend. And while those things are often good gifts from the Lord, busyness and faithfulness are not always the same thing. Sharing some encouragement from God's Word for those seasons when life begins to feel hurried and spiritually weary, when our hearts slowly become distracted in the middle of full days.  My prayer is that this episode encourages you to slow down a bit, rest in Christ, and become more present in the people and moments the Lord has placed right in front of you. Head over to ThankfulHomemaker.com for full show notes on all the links and resources mentioned in today's episode.  Homemaking Matters: Living for God's Glory in the Ordinary RELATED EPISODES: EP 165: Bringing Order to Your Day: The Benefits of a Brain Dump and a Daily Plan for Homemakers Keeping a Right Heart in Busy Seasons Sitting at the Feet of Jesus in a Season of Busyness RESOURCES: Join Thankful Homemaker for access to the Free Library of Resources Follow ThankfulHomemaker on Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest & Instagram Join the Thankful Homemaker Facebook Group Subscribe to the Podcast on Your Favorite App  Online Courses & Printables Thankful Homemaker Merchandise Buy Marci a Cup of Coffee xo 

“Tactical napping” is a series of guidelines for soldiers for effective, 10-30 minutes of sleep. While experiencing a rush of adrenaline, loneliness, or anxiety, sleep-deprived soldiers may not be able to relax. Tips include using earplugs and reading before bed. They’re even offered military-grade caffeinated chewing gum to reduce grogginess after a nap. It’s when we most need rest that it’s often difficult to find. King David experienced this after fleeing into the wilderness to escape his son Absalom’s treason. David and his followers wept aloud at his betrayal with their heads covered in mourning (2 Samuel 15:30-31). In fact, “the whole countryside wept aloud” (v. 23). It was around this time that David cried out, “Lord, how many are my foes!” (Psalm 3:1). Perhaps thinking about past troubled nights, however, David continued, “I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me. I will not fear” (vv. 5-6). David realized that it was God, not Absalom, who had control over his situation. David even sent the ark of the covenant back to Jerusalem, acknowledging that the future was fully in God’s hands (2 Samuel 15:25-26). Sleep feels especially fleeting when we’re facing adversity in our waking hours, but it’s a good reminder of how many things are outside our control. In contrast, all things are under Jesus’ control. As we trust Him, He can help us lie down in peace.

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The New Covenant isn't a restoration of ancient temple rituals or a performance-based "covenant path," but a relationship with the person of Jesus who already finished the work for us. When He sat down at the right hand of God, He ended the "waiting game" of religious worthiness and opened the veil for everyone to enter His rest. --The Unveiling Mormonism podcast pulls back the curtain on Mormon history, culture and doctrine. Join us for new episodes every Monday. Find resources to talk about these episodes at pursueGOD.org/mormonism.Help others go "full circle" as a follower of Jesus through our 12-week Pursuit series.Click here to learn more about how to use these resources at home, with a small group, or in a one-on-one discipleship relationship.Got questions or want to leave a note? Email us at podcast@pursueGOD.org.Donate Now--Are We There Yet? Finding Rest in the New CovenantMany of us grew up feeling like we were on a spiritual road trip that never quite reached its destination. In the backseat of faith, we constantly ask, "Are we there yet? Am I worthy enough? Have I done enough?" For those coming from a background in Latter-day Saint (LDS) theology, this feeling is often amplified by the teaching that we live in a "restoration" of ancient patterns—new temples, new rituals, and a "covenant path" that can feel more like a performance-based contract than a relationship.However, the book of Hebrews offers a "game-changer" for anyone exhausted by the waiting game. The Word of God shows us that the destination isn't a future point of perfection we reach through our own effort; the destination has already been reached in the person of Jesus Christ.From Contracts to CovenantsIn our daily lives, we understand contracts: "I do this, you do that, and if one of us fails, the deal is off." It is purely transactional. A covenant, in the biblical sense, is relational—like a marriage. It is God saying, "I will be your God, and you will be my people."While many religious systems turn the "covenant path" into a contract—where blessings are earned through tithing, temple attendance, and dietary codes—the New Covenant flips the script. It isn't about what you do to stay on the path; it's about what Jesus did to become the path.The Fulfillment of Every PromiseThe Old Testament is a series of layers building toward a climax. Jesus didn't just add another layer; He fulfilled them all:The Noahic Covenant: God promised never to destroy the earth again, symbolized by a "war bow" pointed toward heaven. Jesus took the arrow of that judgment upon Himself.The Abrahamic Covenant: God promised a "seed" to bless all nations. Jesus is that promised seed.The Mosaic Covenant (The Law): This was a conditional covenant that Israel failed to keep. The sacrificial system acted like a "credit card statement"—it showed the debt of sin but could never pay it off.The Sacrifice That Ended All SacrificesHebrews 10:12 provides a direct challenge to the idea that we need to restore ancient temple rituals: "But our High Priest offered himself to God as a single sacrifice for sins, good for all time. Then he sat down."In the ancient Tabernacle, there were no chairs because a priest's work was never finished. The fact that Jesus sat down is a beautiful, definitive statement. If His sacrifice was good for all time, we no longer need animal sacrifices or modern temples with veils. When Jesus died, the veil was torn, signifyng that the "waiting game" is over.Living in the "Already and Not Yet"We still live in a broken world where we struggle with sin and sickness. Theologians call this the "already and not yet." Our sins are already forgiven and the debt is paid, but the world is not yet fully made new.The difference for a believer is the move from anxiety to assurance. We aren't waiting to see if our check clears at the bank of heaven; the check has already cleared. We are simply waiting for the final statement. You don't need a temple; through the Holy Spirit, you are the temple. You don't need to earn your way; Jesus is the way. It's time to step out of the car and enter His rest.

Fitness expert Alisa Keeton shares about a recent time in her life as she came to a time where she needed to take a break, spend time with a counselor, and get raw and honest with God. She shares how God met her in the process.  Watch Alisa's Instragram reel here Alisa's book is "The Body Revelation" Check out Susie's new podcast God Impressions on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: click here

Finding Rest Under His WingsSeries: Ruth: From Emptiness to Fullness Preacher: Chris LamontSunday EveningDate: 17th May 2026Passage: Ruth 4:1-22

Milana Vayntrub is an actress, comedian, and activist born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, who came to prominence as Lily Adams in AT&T commercials — and in 2026 she stepped into something entirely new, playing Olesya Ilyukhina, a Russian engineer and cosmonaut in the blockbuster film Project Hail Mary alongside Ryan Gosling. But this conversation goes somewhere the red carpet does not. Milana is a Type 7 with real threads of 3 and 8 running through her — and one of the most honest things she brings to this conversation is what it actually took to stop hoarding time. The 7 who is always planning the next thing, always keeping an escape route open, always making sure the calendar stays full enough to outrun the feelings — that is the pattern she names out loud. We go deep on what rest means for a type that treats stillness like a threat, what it looks like to actually be present in your own life and your own marriage, her co-founding of Can't Do Nothing, the organization she built to spotlight the refugee crisis, and what Project Hail Mary taught her about the kind of connection that makes survival possible. Warm, funny, and more honest than you might expect. Get your Date Your Spouse kit for 90% off for a limited time⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠here!⁠⁠⁠ https://shop.dateyourspouse.com/products/marriage-bundle-2026?sca_ref=6272364.4hv7IY3580 Find more about your type, the pod, freebies, and SO much more at our website right here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.EnneagramandMarriage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Love what you're learning on E + M? Make sure you leave us a podcast review so others can find us, too⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get Christa's Best-Selling Book, The Enneagram in Marriage, here! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://a.co/d/df8SxVx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's Words of Grace, Ben Winslett turns to Matthew 11 and Christ's gracious invitation to the weary: “Come unto me… and I will give you rest.” This episode explores the burden of legalism, guilt, and striving—and the true rest found in Jesus' finished work. Radio broadcast for May 3, 2025. Finding Rest in Christ

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