"It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows; for so He gives His beloved sleep." — Psalm 127:2 (NKJV)In our achievement-oriented culture, it's easy to fall into the trap of constant activity. We often wear our busyness like a badge of honor, as if being perpetually occupied somehow makes us more valuable or important. But God's perspective is different. He val...

"Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28 (NKJV) Have you ever felt like you just can’t stop? Like there’s always one more thing to do, and you’re constantly carrying the weight of it all? Jesus speaks directly to that feeling when He says, “Come to Me.” The Sabbath isn't just about physical rest; it’s also about spiritual rest. God created us t...

"Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is the Sabbath of the Lord your God." — Exodus 20:9-10 (NKJV)Work is good. We know that. God calls us to diligence, and we’ve seen in Proverbs how He warns against laziness. But here’s the truth: there’s more to life than work. God doesn’t just care about how hard we work; He cares about how well we live. His Word reminds us that ...

“And that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain.” – 1 Chronicles 4:10Jabez’s name meant “pain.” His mother called his name Jabez, saying, “Because I bore him in pain.” Can you imagine naming your child “Pain”? Every time someone called his name, it must have been a reminder of sorrow, grief, or hardship. It could have been because his mother experienced a great deal of pain in chi...

“That Your hand would be with me…” – 1 Chronicles 4:10One of the most important parts of Jabez’s prayer was his request for God’s hand to be with him. This wasn’t just a sentimental phrase or a casual request. It was a plea for God’s anointing, guidance, and power. He knew that without God’s presence, all his efforts would be in vain. Jabez wasn’t asking to accomplish great things on his own. He w...