Burnout isn’t holy—and exhaustion isn’t a badge of honor. Today’s devotion is your reminder that rest is a gift from God, not a reward you have to earn.

Do you feel guilty for slowing down, like rest is something you’ll get to “one day”?

You’re not alone. We live in a world that glorifies busy—but Jesus invites us to something better. In Mark 6, even He tells His disciples to step away and rest. If the Son of God made space to recharge, so should we.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• Why rest is a spiritual practice, not a productivity killer
• What Jesus teaches about stepping away
• A practical question to help you say “yes” to rest today

Your soul doesn’t need more hustle—it needs more Him.

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SCRIPTURE VERSES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Mark 6:31 (NLT)

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You’re not barely accepted or just tolerated—you’re chosen. Today’s devotion reminds you that God picked you on purpose and loves you without hesitation.

Ever feel like you belong—but only because someone let you in out of kindness?

It’s easy to believe we’re only accepted conditionally—by people and by God. But Ephesians 1 tells a different story: you’ve been chosen, loved, and adopted into God’s family… and it gave Him great pleasure to do it.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• Why your identity is rooted in God’s love, not your performance
• What it means to be chosen by God—before you even existed
• A simple, powerful phrase to speak over your life today

You’re not fighting for a place at the table—you already belong.

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SCRIPTURE VERSES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Ephesians 1:4–5 (NLT)

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When life feels repetitive and unrewarding, it’s tempting to quit. Today’s devotion reminds you—and reassures you—that God honors those who keep showing up, even when it’s hard.

Have you ever wondered if all your quiet efforts are really making a difference?

I’ve been there. I’ve felt the silence, the slow progress, the unseen labor. But Galatians 6:9 reminds us: if we don’t give up, there will be a harvest. Faithfulness might not be flashy—but it’s never wasted.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• Why showing up matters even when you don’t see immediate results
• What Scripture promises to those who keep doing good
• One simple, powerful prayer to stay encouraged in your calling

You may feel unseen, but your faithfulness is known in heaven.

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SCRIPTURE VERSES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

Galatians 6:9 (NLT)

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