GIVE YOURSELF A HOLIDAY

Despite the advent of modern technology which aims to simplify life, man seems to find himself busier than ever.

Work from home to office becomes more and over bearing. In order to perform more and accomplish much, man disregard pausing or resting a little while to get refreshed and energized. Many of us disregard God’s wisdom in taking a rest from busy schedule of creation.

Not that He was tired or fatigued from working but perhaps He showed us the values of resting to appreciate and enjoy the beauty of His creations.

Man, human as he is, is not like God and so must value a moment of pausing and resting.

The body which is corruptible can be consumed and spent and these can have an adverse effect on his mind and his spirit as well.

His well being can be jeopardized also. In our pace of work, we are given at least two-twenty minutes compulsory breaks which are beneficial for efficiency and affectivity at work.

Let us be reminded that “all work and no play make Jack a dull boy, “and “soothe the rushing of your steps by the rushing of your heart.”

It is found out that amazing thing happen when the body is at rest as the worn out cells are restored and the tired muscles get relaxed.

We are advised not to allow our body to be over exhausted. It does wonder when you close your eyes, breathe deeply, drift off.

Set aside the cares of the day for a moment and feel how God touches the innermost chambers of your soul.

At work set a few minutes out of your busy schedule for a deep breathe and stretch your arms and legs and enjoy a few moments to refresh a beautiful memory like remembering a first kiss or reading the first love letter.

Pull your favorite chair in a snug place where you can sip a good cup of coffee to have a short soul retreat and have it renewed and refreshed. Husband and wife can sneak in a cozy hotel once a week after work to enjoy each other.

Before the husband and children get home, you get to the bathroom and enjoy a 20 minute warm soothing bath to feel your body’s bulges and hallow and listen to good music. This moment is precious to get started and refreshed to listen to the kids whining and stories when they get home.

After fixing the meals, pull a chair by the phone and make a visit call with friend or mom just to say hello and say what is next and exciting. Thirty minutes before retiring, sit by the bed and enjoy your favorite TV show.

Finally while you are already in bed, spend a few minute eyeing down calmly and close your eyes. Have a thankful hearty for God’s intervention in your life.

Look back and see how some episodes of the past have blest your life and think again about God’s long promises which you have kept in your heart that really kept you going amidst odds and trials.

Then finally enjoy the long awaited rest that prepares you for another day.