In our productivity-obsessed culture, rest has become almost revolutionary. We’ve reduced it to sleep—something we do only when our bodies force us to stop. But true rest is sacred: it’s about more than physical recovery. It’s about creating space for your soul to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with what matters most.

The absence of sacred rest creates invisible chains in our spiritual lives. We become so busy doing things for God that we forget to simply be with God. Our prayers become task lists, our devotions become checkboxes, and our spiritual lives become another area where we strive to perform rather than receive.

Sacred rest isn’t laziness—it’s discipline. It requires intentionally stepping away from the constant noise and motion of life to create space for deeper connection. This might look like contemplative prayer, journaling, time in nature, or simply sitting in silence without agenda.

In these restful moments, God often does His deepest work. We gain perspective on problems that seemed overwhelming, receive clarity about decisions we’ve been wrestling with, and remember truths we’ve forgotten in the busyness of daily life. Rest becomes a form of worship, trusting that God’s love for us isn’t contingent on our productivity.

Start small: take five minutes of silence in the morning, go for a walk without your phone, or end your day with gratitude instead of tomorrow’s to-do list. Notice what emerges in these moments of stillness.

Your worth isn’t measured by your output. Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is rest, trusting that God delights in your being, not just your doing.