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REST-ORATION

1/29/2013

 
Today we are considering the importance of REST and the revitalization that it brings.  Since rest is the opposite of motion perhaps these moments together will bring a measure of restoration to your otherwise motion-filled day.

Sleep is one part of the resting process. Getting too much sleep is just as problematic as not getting enough. Too much makes one lethargic at the least and at the most over-sleeping is known to cause headaches, high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes.  

On the other hand, along with the obvious chronic fatigue and daytime sleepiness that the lack of sleep causes, a sleep restricted state can also cause clumsiness, weight loss, weight gain, and slowed responses to outside stimuli.  But it doesn’t stop there…a sleep-deprived person can also face premature aging or weakened immune system to everything from the common cold to terminal cancer.

 “Fatigue makes cowards of us all.”  Vince Lombardi

An adequate amount of sleep is a necessity in our lives and in the lives of our athletes in order to avoid loss of confidence and purpose.

For my husband, his 47 years of coaching have been augmented by a daily nap.  Whether it’s a break in the day when he grabs a quick 20-minute wink at home or on a secluded cot at school, it is key to getting him through the day.  On game days he hopes for a bit more time on the pillow…like 40 minutes.  Then, with his strength is renewed, he’s ready to face the second half the day that the Lord has given him. He knows that the competence of his work is dependent upon the rest he takes.


"I’m sometimes tempted to believe that the work I do when I’m awake is more important than the work God does while I sleep.”  Julie Ackerman Link

…He gives His beloved sleep.  Psalm 127:2b

It is while we are at rest, devoid of motion and experiencing the restoration of sleep, that God renews our energy, re-vitalizes our bodies and resets our brains.

If we do not come apart and rest awhile, we may just plain come apart. Havner

God has not promised skies always blue,
Flower-strewn pathways all our lives through.

God has not promised sun without rain,
Joy without sorrow – peace without pain.

But God has promised strength for the day,
REST FOR THE WEARY- light for the way;

Grace for each trial – help from above…
Unfailing kindness – undying love
(Original Hymn words by Annie Johnson Flint)

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you REST.” 
Matthew 11:28 NIV

Blessings…as you apply today’s written “oration” and rest with the life-giving sleep that God promises!

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Lori Doe
1/28/2013 08:37:32 pm

Janet, thank you for these thoughts and scriptures. I woke up early thinking about how important sleep is to our health and how God grants sleep to those he loves. Then I started praying again....we came down to AZ to visit our grand kids, and the youngest started running a fever of 103 and has been for 6 days. He is in the hospital and the drs are trying to figure out what is going on in his little 2 year old body. His parents have not had much sleep all week.

Mom
1/29/2013 06:12:43 am

Thanks for the reminder...Take Time to rest to do your best!

When I get weary with toils of the way...
Off in the secret I go and pray
When rest time is ended, then's when I say:
Thank you, Lord for the rhythms of the day!


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    JANET BROWN

    As a veteran coach's wife, Janet invites you to join her in "Changing the world for Christ...one athlete at a time".Through the language of sports and life experiences, Janet uniquely exposes the character of God and His desire for "sportmoms" to WIN BIG in life. Her behind-the-bench view invites us into a world of triumphant wins and tragic personal loss.


    LIFE EXPERIENCE

    From being a mother of 2 to a spiritual mom to many, the road of life for Janet includes these hallmarks:

    - Gave her "heart to Jesus"     at 6 years old
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    - Studied Education/          Psychology at a Christian  College

    - Enjoyed earning her wings  and flying as a Flight    Attendant

    - Is the wife of Coach Dave Brown since 1967.

    - Involved in ministry to women for 30+ years including: Retreat Facilitator and speaker, Bible Study leader, National Women's Ministry Leader

    - Held an executive position in the corporate world for 35 years.

    - Developed and taught Pre-married and Marriage classes with her husband for 12 years. 

    Currently is a writer, grandmother to 4 and a coach's wife.


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