Elizabeth our 2 year old has struggled since the day she was borne to sleep through the night. In the last year it has gotten increasingly worse instead of getting better. Sometimes its her teeth or her belly, or she's not feeling well. Often times we don't have any idea why she can't sleep. I lose a few hours here and there but that pails in comparison to Erin. I am not sure Erin has had a solid night sleep in two years. So many days she is exhausted before it even starts. Compound that with the demanding needs of running our house, working in ministry at the church, and caring for our other 4 children. It is amazing how important our rest is. If we do not get enough it really affects the rest of our day.
It reminds me of how important it is for us to get our spiritual rest in Christ. Each day we need to take time out and sit quietly before God. I know on the days I don't do this that I am hardly ever at my best. I am physically tired, emotionally stretched, and spiritually exhausted. I am short with my kids, lack direction in my leadership, and really feel a little lost and lonely. I know how miserable Erin has been in her lack of sleep over these past few years and it makes me wonder how many of us walk through life feeling that way in our spirit and in our soul...exhausted and run down.
Jesus is a well for your life. He promises that those who come to Him will experience Living water, and rest for their hearts. Lets all take a big drink of Christ this Christmas season and believe in Him to restore us to what we were created to be. A creation of the King and a light to the world. Blessings, Your Dreaming Pastor
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