Sacred Whispers Blog

“Rest in the Lord, and wait patiently for Him.”

Psalm 37:7a (NKJV)

God is on our side! He wants us to rest in Him, trust Him, and live the life He has destined for us. As believers, we must settle in our hearts that God loves us unconditionally. His love isn’t earned by our performance, nor is it lost due to our imperfections.

We live in a performance-based society, and it can be difficult to transition from “doing” to simply “being.” Yet, there is rest in being in Christ—a secure place within the family of God. While teachers, bosses, or even some within the church might measure us against others, God doesn’t expect us to outperform anyone. He sees us through the lens of Christ, knowing the number of hairs on our heads and loving us individually.

God’s desire isn’t for us to compete but to walk in obedience to His Word. In doing so, the transformative power of the Holy Spirit helps us reflect Christ more fully in our lives.

IT’S ALL A MATTER OF GRACE

A poignant example of God’s grace is found in the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15. Even though the son squandered his inheritance in reckless living, when he returned home, his father ran to meet him with compassion, embracing him in love. The father’s love was never lost, and his grace was poured out freely.

Ephesians 2:8-9 reminds us, “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast.” Our salvation is secure because of Christ’s sacrifice. His finished work on the cross paid our sin debt, granting us access to eternal life. We don’t have to labor to earn God’s acceptance because His grace has already made us accepted in the Beloved (Ephesians 1:6).

A DIVINE REST

Hebrews 4:9 teaches, “There remains therefore a rest for the people of God.” This rest isn’t about inactivity or idleness but peace with God and trust in His sovereignty. It mirrors the rest God took after creation, even as He continues to sustain the universe.

This peace is both present and eternal. In Christ, we find rest for today because we trust Him to complete the work He began in us (Philippians 1:6). We also look forward to the ultimate rest in eternity, when every sin and sorrow will be removed, and creation will be fully restored.

CHOOSING TO REST AND LIVE

To truly live, we must first rest in the Lord. Resting demonstrates faith in His ability to guide us through life’s storms while maintaining His peace. Exodus 33:14 promises, “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”

We can rest in the knowledge that we are among the beloved, that He will never leave us nor forsake us, and that there is nothing for which we should be anxious or worried about. We’re His children and every experience – wins or losses, triumphs or defeats – is being worked together for our good and for His purpose.

Deuteronomy 30:19-20 offers timeless wisdom: “I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore, choose life, that both you and your descendants may live; that you may love the Lord your God, that you may obey His voice, and that you may cling to Him, for He is your life and the length of your days.”

God desires for us to truly “live” and not merely exist—burdened by the cares of this world, anxious about the present and future, or frantically striving for flawless performances and the accumulation of things. How we “rest” in the Lord and “live” also influences our children’s ability to embrace a God-ordained life, free from unrealistic expectations of perfection. We set an example for them to follow.

Let us remember and encourage ourselves in the Lord, trusting that our lives are part of His grand design. We can have confidence that He will bring His perfect will to pass in His timing. Therefore, let us choose to “rest in the Lord and wait patiently for Him” so that we may truly live—loving our God, obeying His voice, and clinging to Him, for He is our life and the length of our days!

By resting in the Lord, we model trust and faithfulness for future generations. We set an example that it’s not about striving but about abiding in God’s presence, loving Him, and obeying His Word.

Let us embrace this rest, trusting in God’s perfect design for our lives, and live with confidence in His promises. Resting in the Lord is not idleness—it is an active demonstration of faith and reliance on the One who sustains us.

PRAYER

Father God, in the name of Jesus, we thank You for the rest You provide for Your children as we patiently navigate life’s twists and turns. Thank You for leading and guiding us into the life You have ordained in Your perfect timing. We choose to live and walk in obedience to Your Word, trusting that all things are working together for our good. Thank You for allowing us to experience Your peace and rest while fulfilling our purpose. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

DAILY SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINE

This week, set aside a dedicated time to sit quietly in God’s presence without distractions. Use this time to reflect on areas of your life where you feel burdened or anxious. Surrender those concerns to God in prayer, and meditate on His promises, such as Psalm 37:7 and Philippians 1:6. Journal your reflections, and write down specific ways you can practice trusting God more fully in your daily life. Make it a point to choose rest over striving, letting His peace guide your heart and mind.