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Still Saturday: For When We Can’t Afford to Stop (Day 27)

October 26, 2012 By Sandra Heska King

 

“I’d venture that most of your precious memories occurred in spontaneous moments when you were paying attention to the present. We’re created for more than work. Our value is so much more than what we do.

“In short, we’re designed to require rest and to crave beauty. Even our Creator rested and observed a Sabbath. None of us would presume to be more productive than God, yet we often act as if we can’t afford to stop, to pause, to still ourselves and rest at a soul level. If we’re going to manage our time in such a way that maximizes it, then we must be willing to live by an eternal clock, listening to God in our lives as well as listening to our bodies and hearts . . .

Make the most of your time by spending it on a legacy that will last long after your time on earth has ended. Do it today!” ~Kerry and Chris Shook, p. 21-22, “Time Squared” from One Month to Live

Welcome to Still Saturday where we pause after a busy week, move in quiet pilgrimage, maybe linger a while in some still place, and soak in the beauty of images and words. We’d love for you to join us. Get the details above, grab your favorite button, and link up below. We all love to hear if something especially speaks to your heart, but please don’t feel pressured to comment. Simply take some time to gaze long and drink deep.



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  1. Gayle says

    October 26, 2012 at 9:40 pm

    Gulp…I am feeling rather guilty. I start a work marathon for the next 11 days (although I am off on Sunday) But a needed truth. Thank you for hosting us.

    • Sandra says

      October 26, 2012 at 10:03 pm

      Thanks for linking, Gayle. Extended rests often come in season, I think. I hope you find some quiet moments in your days, and get an extended rest after this marathon.

      P.S. This is a no-guilt zone. 🙂

  2. ~ Patricia says

    October 27, 2012 at 6:35 am

    May you find stillness and rest in the many moments of this day, Sandy. Love, Patricia

  3. Martha Orlando says

    October 27, 2012 at 7:00 am

    Rest and quiet are so important to a healthy life. Thanks for this reminder, Sandy!
    Blessings!

  4. JoAnne Potter says

    October 27, 2012 at 7:28 am

    Yes–this is what a Sabbath is for–not just to rest, or to do churchy activities, but to rest in Him.

  5. Amanda says

    October 27, 2012 at 8:04 am

    Oh, I so need to find more time to rest!! I get so tired of the rat race!! Here’s to living quieter, simpler, and closer to Him 🙂 Thanks for the link-up, have a blessed day!!

  6. Barbara Isaac says

    October 27, 2012 at 8:17 am

    ” we’re designed to require rest and to crave beauty. ” so true; let me dwell on this today! Thank you

  7. Wendy @ E1A says

    October 27, 2012 at 9:07 am

    Thank you for this beautiful reminder re: the importance of rest today.

  8. Michelle DeRusha says

    October 27, 2012 at 9:13 am

    I particularly love the last part of that quote, about the legacy. Never thought about it quite that way before.

    Wishing you a blessedly quiet weekend, Sandy.

  9. Linda says

    October 27, 2012 at 10:21 am

    I am going to remember those words Sandy – and eternal clock. Perhaps it will help me to, at long last, balance my life well.
    Have a blessed weekend Sandy – with moments and places of rest.

  10. Cheryl Smith says

    October 27, 2012 at 10:33 am

    an eternal clock? What a limitless thought…

  11. Laura says

    October 27, 2012 at 11:14 am

    *sigh* needed this today, Sandy. Love to you in your rest.

  12. kel rohlf says

    October 27, 2012 at 11:36 am

    Sandra- I so struggle with this! We are out for the weekend getting away from the pressures of daily life, but I really struggle with just being still. I am going to rest in His presence the rest of today. Thanks for the encouragement!

  13. Sheila Seiler Lagrand says

    October 27, 2012 at 2:00 pm

    Time. It’s on my mind today as I spend some rare, sweet time with my daughter and her babies. So grateful for this visit.

    Love this. And you.

  14. Shelly Miller says

    October 28, 2012 at 10:50 pm

    That leaving a legacy, its something I think about often and hope I’m leaving a good one behind.

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