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Rest

8/15/2022

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It amazes me how quickly time passes. Often it seems the day begins with plans of what I want to accomplish, and, before I know it, the day ends with things still left undone. Days turn into weeks and weeks into months where I never feel like I can catch up with all the things I want to do. It can all be exhausting and so overwhelming!

The other day I realized that I had lost some of my joy 
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Stephanie Rogge
because I ​had forgotten to rest. I’m not talking about taking a nap or getting a good night’s sleep, although those things help me to have the energy to accomplish more. I’m talking about the kind of rest that brings joy and peace. The only way I have ever found this rest is by stopping and really spending time with God.

For some time, I have devoted the first part of my day to Bible study and prayer. This has helped me to start my day in God’s presence, and it helps me have a better attitude. I try not to let it, but sometimes this part of my day can become routine.

God only lets me go so far before he taps me on the shoulder to tell me, “Daughter, it’s time to rest.” Then I find myself in need of time to sit and contemplate God in my life and to be in his presence. For me, it is like crawling into my Father’s lap and being held. No words have to be spoken, even though I find myself telling Him all my hurts and frustrations. I don’t know why I don’t go to this spot more often, because it gives me such peace and joy. I guess it is because I need to come to the end of myself before I can let go. I’m so thankful that my Heavenly Father always has His arms wide open when I need rest.
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John 14:26–27 --- (ESV) 26 But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you. 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
Exodus 33:14 ---(ESV) 14 And he said, “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”

​In His Name,
Stephanie
4 Comments
Katherine Wallenhaupt
8/16/2022 05:10:14 pm

Thank you Stephanie I needed that...
Rest Peace JOY

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Carolyn Keefer
8/16/2022 05:25:25 pm

Thank you for sharing what is so important for all of us to remember EVERY day.

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Marcy
8/16/2022 08:50:34 pm

I definitely need to heed this advice. Feeling weary! Thank you, Stephanie❤️

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Gina Dingman
8/22/2022 07:59:31 am

Thank you Stephanie. Very well put!! I find that when I start my day in the word, my day goes so much better! Thanks for the reminder of the importance to seek joy snd peace thru His Word! Gina

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