The command to rest was written into God’s rhythm for life on earth, and was an instruction given to his people from the very beginning.

Jesus demonstrated his human need for rest (including quiet time alone, and down-time with His disciples) with prolific frequency.

So, what can we learn from that? That he’d got it all done in time for chilling? Or that he knew how badly he needed quiet time with His father in order to sustain him in his mission. If we look at the OG rest Psalm (23), we see that the green pastures and still waters of heavenly rest aren’t actually promised as relief from life’s woes, but are to be found right in the midst of them.

By Hannah Flint