Appointments, deadlines, finances, relationships, work, and even play all take a toll on our bodies. Emotional situations can be especially draining, zapping our physical strength and motivation. Like having a cup of coffee topped off, we also need to take time to fill our cup!

Everyone is different, but finding a way to implement healthy down time will be like a good investment that earns you additional interest. If you renew and refresh yourself, you will find it well worth the effort! You don’t need to feel guilty about slowing down and taking it easy. Relationships will be healthier and flow in better harmony when we aren’t frazzled or unraveling, under the stresses and pressures of life.

There are many ways we can recharge our batteries. Whether it’s a drive through the countryside, listening to the crashing waves at the beach, sitting in the yard, or curling up in a little ball on the sofa, finding THAT WAY to relax and renew our physical strength is so totally worth it. Exercise is good, but there is something about taking a mental break, where you savor the stillness and serenity of the moment.

As a Christian, for me, these times are inner-twined with seeking the presence and peace of the Lord. The ocean is therapeutic to listen to, but it is truly the Lord who renews my strength. Down time where we seek to get away from the distractions of daily life and are intentional about checking-out with the Lord, are especially healthy. Psalm 46:10 tells us, “Be still, and know that I am God…” There is something very beautiful about sitting before the Lord and basking in His goodness!

With the world screaming in our ears and pulling us in all different directions, getting alone with the Lord in a quiet place lends opportunity to really press into Him and receive what He has. Even Jesus went to be alone with The Father. Luke 6:12 tells us, “Now it came to pass in those days that He went out to the mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God.” It was a very intentional decision He made for His own strength and edification. Seeking the Lord by yourself, in a quiet place, without distractions, will bring opportunity for personal growth between you and the Lord. Just like our friendships and family relationships require time and effort, being intentional to spend time with Jesus, our Lord and Savior, will draw us into closer relationship with Him.

Lay by the pool, sit at the river, slow down and savor the simplest moments of a sunset, a rose, or watching a hummingbird! God’s beautiful creation abounds all around us! Sit with our Creator, alone, and just soak in HIS GOODNESS! Matthew 6:6 says, “But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.” Spend time with Him and let Him renew your strength. Be filled with His inspiration and let it permeate you from the inside out! Walk in His peace and fullness of joy.

A cup of coffee and time in God’s Word go well together. So, fill that cup and keep it topped off! One feeds your appetite and the other your soul!🥰😅

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