This morning I listened to a podcast about rest.
It talked about how rest is not simply resting our bodies but sitting in God’s presence. It’s about soaking in God’s presence instead of focusing on whatever giants we’re facing. It also talked about how we have an inheritance in Christ so we our rightful place is sitting at His side- not fighting or striving but resting in what we have in Him.
I ended my God time this morning with the song Simplicity by Rend Collective. It was a refreshing refocus of where I stand with God. The simple truth is that I joined the Race and made countless other choices in my life because I’m madly in love with Jesus. Nothing anyone does or says or did or said can change that.
I can come simply just as I am to the throne of my King and SIT next to Him without shame or fear. When we are full of His pure faith, there’s no room for fear. When we’re immersed in God’s perfect love, there’s no room for despair.
Maybe I haven’t “arrived” yet. I probably never truly will. But one thing is sure, I love my Jesus and He says I’m His. That’s all that matters in the end.
So I can freely proclaim His goodness to the ends of the earth. That’s why I came all the way out here after all- to share with those I come into contact with the answer that found its way to me.
I’m currently listening to my Rend Collective playlist as I type this. Here are a few things I’m breathing in:
Desert Soul declares, “You are exactly what we need. Only you can satisfy… All that I am is dry bones without you Lord. A desert soul, a desert soul. I am broken but I’m running, towards you God. You make me whole. You make me whole!”
Their song Joy states, “Pain will not define us. Joy will reignite us. The dark is just a canvas for your grace and brightness… We’re dancing to the rhythm of your heart. We’re rising from the ashes to the stars!”
Then there’s Lighthouse: “I won’t fear what tomorrow brings. With each morning I’ll sing, ‘My God’s love will lead me through.’ You are the peace to my troubled seas…. Fire before us. You’re the brightest. You will lead us through the storm. I will trust the promise. You will lead us safe to shore.”
And finally The Art of Celebration sings, “Praise the one who fights for me and shields my soul eternally… Boldly I approach your throne. Blameless now, I’m running home. By your blood I come, welcomed as your own into the arms of majesty… 1,000 years, 1,000 toughs are not enough to sing your praise!”
This morning I started a new journal. There’s a smidge of irony that it’s titled “Embrace Simplicity.” (Keep in mind I bought this journal over 4 months ago simply because I thought it looked cute.) For my first entry I decided not to ask God for anything but to only thank Him for who He is and what He’s doing in me/ those around me.
I must say all this combined to make a great start to the day. I don’t remember the last time I was this pumped about life. I don’t have any grand plans. I’m just living out my normal “schedule.” But I want to spread this feeling around to everyone.
Maybe this doesn’t all connect. Maybe this doesn’t resonate with you. All the same I thought it would be good to share my thoughts while they’re fresh and raw.
I’d also like to encourage you to spend some time simply celebrating God. He is so incredibly good. He is our rest and breath and life. He has so much to offer if we only accept Him. And when we take time to rest and revel in Him, He will not turn us away empty handed.
I love you all and pray you’re blessed with a double portion of God’s presence today. May it reignite a passion for Him that you have yet to experience and may He be your steadiness as you find true rest in He who has already won our victory.
PS: I just realized tomorrow is Thanksgiving. Laughing hysterically inside. Yes, God You’re funny and You know how to get a point across.
Anyway….
Happy Early Thanksgiving!!!!!! Enjoy your pie and turkey and all the blessings God’s given you.
All the Love,
Katie 😉
