Rest In God: How To Transform Your Worries Into Worship

In the Bible, it is said that God fashioned the universe and all its contents across six days, and then took a rest on the seventh day. Upon delivering the Ten Commandments to Moses, He instructed him to keep the Sabbath day holy [1] by refraining from work. To find solace in God means to discover tranquility, consolation, righteousness, and safety in His company, irrespective of the situation at hand.

Resting in God involves surrendering one’s worries, fears, and burdens to Him, and trusting that He will take care of everything. It requires developing a deep relationship with God, through prayer, meditation, and studying His Word. Resting in God is not about being passive or inactive, but rather about finding a sense of peace and strength in God that enables us to face life’s challenges with confidence and hope.

What Does It Mean To Rest In God?

When we talk about what it means to “rest in the Lord,” we’re talking about taking a break from the busyness of life and entering into a place of peace and comfort. It’s a time when we can take a step back and focus on God’s presence. We can take comfort in the knowledge that our everlasting God is in control and that He will take care of us no matter what.

The Lord is a God of rest. He knows that we grow weary, and when we rest, we recharge our bodies and our minds so that we can be better prepared for the next day. And to give you rest, he “gives to his beloved sleep” (Psalms 127:2) as a gift.

Resting in God’s grace means recognizing His sovereignty and surrendering to His will. It’s about strengthening our faith in Him and allowing Him to carry all of our heavy burdens and to trust in God. We are reminded that He is the one who holds us up, and He will never let us go. To rest in the Lord involves understanding that He is the source of our strength and peace.

“There remains, then, a Sabbath rest for the people of the Lord. For whoever enters God’s rest also rests from his own work, just as the Lord did from His. Let us, therefore, make every effort to enter that rest, so that no one will fall by following the same pattern of disobedience” (Hebrews 4:9–11). In the book of Hebrews, we are told that there is a future, final rest for believers in heaven.

How Can We Rest In God?

The first step to being saved and finding rest in God is to make sure that we are in the right relationship with Him. That means having a genuine love for and commitment to Him. We need to be willing to put Him first in our lives and to spend time on the Scripture.

The next step is to make sure that we are taking the time to be still and quiet. We should be setting aside time to just be with the Lord, to listen to His voice, and to be filled with His peace. We can do this by praying, meditating, and reading His Word.

We need to remember that the Lord is a God of rest, and He rested on the seventh day. He created us to take a break and rest in Him. We should make sure that we are taking the time to slow down and enjoy the presence of the Lord. We can do this by taking breaks from our work, taking a walk in nature, or just spending time with our family.

How To Find Rest In God?

If we want to find rest in the Lord, we need to learn to trust in His power. We must remember that He is the one who holds us up and that He will never let us go. We need to surrender to His will and have faith that He will take care of us no matter what.

We must pray and also remember that the Lord is our refuge and our strength. We should be seeking His presence and allowing Him to fill us with His perfect peace.

We need to remember to take a break from the busyness of life. We should be setting aside time to rest in God, to be with Him, and to enjoy the peace that He brings. This could be anything from spending time with our family or nature to meditating on His Word.

“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain. In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat—for the lord watches and he grants sleep to those he loves” (Psalm 127:1–2).

He wants us to realize that we don’t have to fear or worry or struggle through everything ourselves. Remember that God has got you covered when you’re feeling alone or afraid or overwhelmed on your own.

Why Is Rest Important?

Rest is an important part of our lives as Christians because it helps us connect and build our relationship with God and with ourselves. It gives us an opportunity to take a break from the busyness of life and reconnect with the things that are most important. Rest helps us focus on what matters and find peace and comfort in Him.

Rest also helps us to be more productive. When we take time to rest and recharge, we can be more focused and more productive in our daily tasks. We can be more productive in our work and more effective in our relationships.

Rest helps us to be healthier. When we take time to rest, we can be better equipped to handle the pressures of life. We can find peace and comfort in Him, and it can help us to be more resilient when faced with difficult situations.

3 Steps To Finding Rest In God

If we want to save the world and find true rest for our souls, with Him, there are some important steps we need to take.

1. Make Sure That We Are In The Right Connection With Him Through Jesus Christ.

We need to make sure that we are living a life of love and commitment to Him. “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me” (Psalm 23:1–4).

“You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely Your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever” (Psalm 23:5–6).

2. Take The Time To Be Still And Be Quiet And Wait Patiently.

Taking time to be with God is an important aspect of any spiritual practice. It involves setting aside a dedicated time and space to connect with God, listen to His voice, and be filled with His presence.

“Keep me safe, my God, for in You I take refuge. I say to the Lord, “You are my Lord; apart from You I have no good thing.” I will praise the Lord, who counsels me; even at night, my heart instructs me. I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With Him at my right hand, I will not be shaken” (Psalm 16: 1–2).

“Therefore, my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body and spirit also will rest secure, because You will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will You let Your faithful one see death and decay. You make known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in Your presence, with eternal pleasures at Your right hand” (Psalm 16: 9–11).

3. Remember That God Is A God Of Rest.

We should be taking the time to slow down and enjoy the presence of God. We can do this by taking breaks from our busy schedules and daily chores and also finding time for physical rest.

“Answer me when I call to You, my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer. How long will you people turn my glory into shame? How long will you love delusions and seek false gods? Know that the Lord has set apart His faithful servant for Himself; the Lord hears when I call to Him” (Psalm 4:1–3).

“Tremble and do not sin; when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent. Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the Lord. Many, Lord, are asking, “Who on earth will bring us prosperity?” Let the light of your face shine on us. Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound. In peace, I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety” (Psalm 4:1–8).

Conclusion

Finding rest helps us reconnect with Him and find peace and comfort in Him. We are blessed that we can take the time to be still and quiet, to listen to His voice, and to be filled with His presence. By taking these gentle steps, we are blessed because we can seek rest in the Lord and in His green pastures.

It’s important to remember that the Lord desires for us to seek comfort in Him. He allows us to take a break and rest in Him. God promised to be our refuge and to carry all our burdens. May we find comfort and peace by resting in him, until such a time that we have entered God’s rest.