“Sacred Rest: Honoring God Through Self-Care”
Good Morning, Beautiful Resilient Woman of God!
Today is Saturday, April 26, 2025, and in the community of Encouraging Her Resilience, we celebrate Self-Care Saturday—a day set aside to intentionally pause, rest, and refocus our hearts on the One who sustains us.
Self-Care Saturday isn’t about selfishness; it’s about sacred stewardship. It’s about recognizing that your body, your mind, and your soul are precious to God and deserving of care. It’s about making space to heal, to breathe, to be still, and to allow the Holy Spirit to refresh every weary place inside of you.
Why is Self-Care Saturday Important?
Life is heavy. Recovery is work. Healing demands energy. And if we keep giving, moving, doing, and serving without replenishment, we will eventually collapse under the weight. Self-care is an act of obedience—it’s honoring the truth that we were never created to run on empty. It is an acknowledgment that our strength comes from God, and even Jesus Himself modeled the need to step away, pray, and find rest.
The Bible tells us in Luke 5:16 (NLT),
“But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.”
Jesus—the Savior of the world, the Healer of hearts—needed time away from the crowds. He chose solitude. He prioritized communion with the Father. If Jesus Himself withdrew for rest and renewal, how much more should we?
Why Self-Care Is Necessary for Recovery and Spiritual Well-Being
In our recovery journey, self-care is not just helpful—it’s critical.
Recovery calls us to break old patterns of chaos, codependency, and self-neglect. It demands that we learn new rhythms of grace, peace, and personal responsibility. Without self-care, we stay in survival mode. With self-care, we step into a life of thriving—mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
Spiritually, self-care allows us to stay aligned with Christ. It clears the noise. It softens our hearts. It reminds us that we are not machines—we are daughters of the Most High God, created for rest as much as for purpose. Through self-care, we strengthen our walk with Jesus by making room to hear His voice, feel His presence, and receive His healing love.
Bold Truth for Today:
You are not just a survivor. You are a temple of the Holy Spirit. You are worth the time, the care, and the rest. Your healing matters. Your heart matters. Your walk with God matters. Taking care of yourself is an act of worship.
How Can You Practice Self-Care Today?
- Spend time alone with God in prayer and worship.
- Take a walk in nature and breathe deeply of His creation.
- Write in your journal what you are grateful for.
- Rest without guilt.
- Turn off the noise and listen for God’s whisper.
- Treat your body kindly—with nourishment, hydration, and rest.
- Spend time doing something that restores your joy.
Morning Prayer:
“Father, today I receive Your invitation to rest. Teach me to honor the body You gave me, the mind You renew, and the spirit You are healing. As I step away from the busyness, meet me in the stillness. Restore my strength. Revive my soul. Refresh my heart. I want to walk in wholeness, not just survival. Thank You for modeling rest through Your Son Jesus. I follow His example today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”
Daily Affirmation:
I honor God by honoring myself. Rest is holy. Healing is happening. I am a daughter of the King, worthy of care, restoration, and love.
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