What is relaxation according to the Bible?
To relax is to “rest or engage in an enjoyable activity so as to become less tired or anxious.” The key word here is “engage.” Relaxation is an active and intentional event that leads to the reduction of stress. In Matthew 10:28, Jesus says the words “Come to me…”; this is an active choice that leads to receiving rest. As you can see by this, Our lord and savior wishes for us to rest and have a nice time. Our bodies are like machines, if they do not get any rest, they can where down and not function properly. Relaxation is also a kindness of the Lord, a gift that both renews us and allows us to go on glorifying him through our work while also reminding us of our limitations. Christ says, “Take my yoke upon you . . . and you will find rest for your souls” (Matt. 11:29). Philippians 4:6-7: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Here are some ways to learn how to handle those tense moments:
- Reading God’s Word. This gives me His perspective on how to handle life. …
- Sharing my burden with a friend. …
- Spending some time in nature. …
- Lifting up a prayer. …
- Helping someone else. …
- Write about my problem. …
- Taking a physical and emotional rest.
Lord Jesus, we ask you to give us all around peace in our mind, body, soul and spirit. We want you to heal and remove everything that is causing stress, grief, and sorrow in our lives. Please guide our path through life and make our enemies be at peace with us.
Closing Prayer: Heavenly Father, we ask you to give us all around peace in our mind, body, soul and spirit. We want you to heal and remove everything that is causing stress, grief, and sorrow in our lives. Please guide our path through life and make our enemies be at peace with us. In the name of Our lord and savior we pray.
Lord Jesus; Please come into my heart as my Lord and Savior. Take complete control of my life and help me to walk in Your footsteps daily by the power of the Holy Spirit. Thank you Lord for saving me and I know you will answer my prayers. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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