Text: Mark 6:30-32
Memory Verse:“And He said to them, ‘Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.’ For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat” (Mark 6:31).
Jesus wanted Himself and the disciples to go to a quiet place and rest awhile. This was because there were so many people coming and going that Jesus and his apostles did not even have time to eat. Everywhere Jesus went, He
was healing people, teaching in the synagogues, pouring Himself into His disciples. People made constant demands on His time and energy. Imagine how He felt.
As the Son of God, Jesus had this incredible power, anointing, wisdom, and so much to offer, yet at times, when He was exhausted, He would go away from the crowds and get alone so He could be refreshed. Despite the pressing needs around Him, Jesus knew that He had to take care of His body.
If Jesus the Son of God had to get alone and rest, and could not meet all the demands of the people around Him, why do you think you can keep going all the time and be everything for everyone? No matter how anointed, strong,
smart, or gifted you are, you get depleted. Despite all the needs around you, you have to get alone and recharge your batteries. There will always be needs to meet, something to do, someone who needs your attention etc. You have to make it a priority to stay balanced. Follow the example of how Jesus got away and got refreshed when He was tired. God also rested from His work (Genesis 2:2&3). Be wise about taking care of yourself and living balanced.
Prayer Points:
1. Father, thank You for the example laid down by Jesus on getting alone to recharge my battery.
2. Help me, Holy Spirit, to be wise about taking care of myself and living a balanced Christian life