There’s a kind of tired that sleep doesn’t fix. A weariness that goes deeper than the body. Spiritual burnout happens when we’re doing all the right things—but no longer from the right source. The passion fades. The prayers dry up. And you start wondering if you have anything left to give.
Our springboard for today’s discussion is:
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 (ESV)
Jesus never asked us to carry the full weight of ministry, family, or life on our own. Yet we often try. We serve. We give. We lead. We pour out. And if we’re not careful, we stop going to the well and start running on empty.
Burnout doesn’t always come from rebellion—it often comes from running without refueling.
If you’re feeling numb spiritually, that’s not a sign of failure. It’s a signal that something needs to be realigned. And Jesus’ invitation is simple: “Come to Me.”
Not to a new strategy. Not to a performance checklist. To Him.
Rest is not found in inactivity—it’s found in intimacy. You can be busy and still burn bright if you’re rooted in Christ. And you can be doing “good things” but missing the best thing—sitting at His feet.
Take time to return. Slow down. Let God minister to you. Let Him remind you that your value is not in your output—it’s in your relationship with Him.
He doesn’t want you to burn out. He wants you to burn with Him—not away from Him.
Question of the Day:
Where have you been giving without receiving—and how can you come back to Jesus for rest?
Mini Call to Action:
Block out 15 minutes today. No phone. No noise. Just sit with God. Don’t perform—just be present.
Let’s Pray:
Jesus, I’m tired. Not just in my body, but in my soul. I come back to You. Restore me. Refill me. Teach me to rest in Your presence, not just serve from it. In Your name, amen.
Let’s Get To Work!
You weren’t created to run on empty—come back to the well that never runs dry.
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