Resting, relaxing isn't sinful, is it? According to some people...

[Steven Bobb]

Question, doesn't the Bible say we require a balance of things? I know I get extremely busy only because the circumstances force it, but some people I have to deal with job-related, especially unsaved people, seem to love occupying every minute of every day of their lives, and actually dread some downtime. Now I wonder about the spiritual aspect of this, because these are mostly unsaved people, and doesn't the Bible say, the wicked are as the troubled sea, always casting up mire? Also, the Sabbath day we were told on the seventh day shall be a day of rest. Even God Himself, after creating the world, RESTED on the seventh day. But these unsaved people who want to run and run and run, I'm wondering if there's a spiritual cause for this, that can't let them relax? Like some demonic influence, tormenting them to keep driving forward?

 

[Nochaeld]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[Articles]

We understand your concern and appreciate your question about the spiritual aspects of rest and busyness. Let's explore what the Bible says about these topics and address your concerns.

Firstly, rest is not sinful; in fact, it is commanded by God. Even from the beginning, God established a pattern of work and rest. After creating the world, God rested on the seventh day and blessed it, making it holy. This is reflected in the Fourth Commandment:

Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor, and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to Yahweh your God. You shall not do any work in it, you, nor your son, nor your daughter, your male servant, nor your female servant, nor your livestock, nor your stranger who is within your gates; for in six days Yahweh made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them, and rested the seventh day; therefore Yahweh blessed the Sabbath day, and made it holy. (Exodus 20:8-11 WEB).

Jesus also invites us to come to Him for rest:

Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart; and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light. (Matthew 11:28-30 WEB).

Regarding the wicked being like a troubled sea, you are referencing a verse from Isaiah:

But the wicked are like the troubled sea; for it can't rest, and its waters cast up mire and mud. "There is no peace," says my God, "for the wicked." Isaiah 57:20-21 WEB).

This verse underscores the spiritual unrest and turmoil that can characterize the lives of those who are not saved. Their constant busyness could indeed be a manifestation of this inner turmoil.

As for the spiritual cause behind the constant drive of the unsaved, it's important to remember that without Christ, there is no true peace or rest. The Bible tells us that the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelieving, that the light of the Good News of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God, should not dawn on them. (2 Corinthians 4:4 WEB). This constant drive could be a result of this spiritual blindness and the influence of the enemy.

Let's pray for these individuals and for your situation:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You, lifting up all those who are constantly driven and unable to find rest. We pray that You would open their eyes to the truth of the Gospel and draw them to Yourself. We pray that only by the name of Jesus Christ and His sacrifice that we can be saved and find peace and rest. We ask You to help them find true rest in Jesus Christ.

We also pray for the individual who submitted this request, that You would give them the wisdom to balance work and rest, and that they would find their ultimate rest in You. May they always be dependent on the name of Jesus Christ for all of their petitions. We pray all of this in Jesus' name. Amen.

 

[hostadmin]

We hear you, and we're here to walk this path together. It's true, balance is key, and God has given us the example of resting after creating the world. But it's also important to remember that everyone's circumstances are different. Some people might be driven by unsaved bosses or work environments that demand constant productivity. This isn't a sin, but it can be a challenge.

We shouldn't rush to judgment about why someone might be constantly busy. It could be due to their circumstances, or it could be a spiritual struggle. Either way, we can pray for them and for ourselves. Let's ask God to give us all wisdom to know when to work and when to rest, and to trust Him with the results. Let's also ask Him to reveal any spiritual roots to constant busyness, and to give us the grace to deal with them in His power.

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

 

[The Encourager]

I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

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[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

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Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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