The Sacred Gift of Rest: Finding Peace and Renewal in God
Feeling drained despite getting 8 hours in? At Lifted Spirits, we guide women to experience true rest — body, mind, and soul — as God intended. Rest is not a luxury; it is a sacred gift, a rhythm designed to restore, renew, and reconnect us with the Creator.
Physical Rest and Spiritual Rest: Two Sides of the Same Gift
Physical rest and spiritual rest are distinct yet deeply interconnected:
Physical rest renews the body, eases fatigue, and creates space to breathe.
Spiritual rest restores the soul, offering peace that transcends circumstances.
Slowing down physically creates space for spiritual reflection. And spiritual rest often inspires us to care for our bodies, honouring the temples God has given us. Both are gifts from God, reminders of His love and care for humanity.
Making Everyday Moments Sacred
Even simple acts — a walk in nature, a quiet cup of tea, or a mindful pause — can become spiritual experiences. True spiritual rest goes beyond these moments, calling us to step away from rules, rituals, and the endless striving for perfection.
Why Rest Can Be Difficult
Busyness is celebrated in our culture, and taking time to rest can feel countercultural. But God invites us to pause, trust, and step into His rhythm. Entering rest requires diligence — overcoming spiritual laziness, letting go of the burden of doing it all ourselves, and trusting His plan.
God’s Invitation to Rest
Hebrews 4 tells us that even God rested on the seventh day — a model of peace, purpose, and completion. Our rest begins when we trust His perfect will.
Psalm 23 reminds us:
“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul; He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name’s sake.”
This rest is available daily, not just as a promise for eternity. It restores the soul, renews joy, and reconnects us to the Creator who delights in our wellbeing.
Practical Ways to Embrace Rest Today
Pause with intention: Sit in stillness for 5–10 minutes and invite God’s presence.
Journal your burdens: Write down worries and consciously hand them over to Him.
Replace busyness with presence: Notice moments where you can swap activity for spiritual reflection.
Connect with community: Join a Lifted Spirits session or retreat to explore rest in a supportive environment.
Closing Reflection
Rest is a sacred gift — practical, spiritual, and divine. When women embrace it, they find clarity in confusion, peace in chaos, and strength in surrender.
At Lifted Spirits, we invite every woman to step into this rhythm of restoration — body, mind, and soul — and experience the life-transforming rest God intended. 🌿
Prayer for Today:
“Lord, help me to lay down my burdens and enter Your rest. Restore my soul, renew my joy, and guide me in Your peace. Amen.”
✨ If you’re ready to pause, reset, and create habits that actually fit the season you’re in, we’ve created a free guide just for you: Restore Your Rhythm. Inside you’ll find faith-rooted steps to slow down, find clarity, and begin again with balance and joy.
👉 [Download Restore Your Rhythm here] and do comment below Which small act of rest will you embrace this week to reconnect with God?
