8/23/2024
<br>Author: Mike Kelley
<br>Title: Mike's Minute
<br><br>The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. <br>He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside still waters. He restoreth my soul...<br><br>Psalm 23:1-3<br><br>When we think of modern public health crises, insufficient sleep probably doesn’t come to mind. But the lack of a good night of sleep is linked to an astounding number of motor vehicle accidents, industrial disasters, and medical and occupational errors. <br><br>Feeling sleepy? Can’t get to sleep? In addition to endangering yourself and others, you are also vulnerable to the harmful effects of discouragement. <br><br>“Fatigue makes cowards of us all,” opined the great football coach Vince Lombardi... and so it does. <br><br>Can you identify? How many times have you fallen victim to discouragement when you are extremely tired? <br><br>Even Jesus couldn’t work 24/7. He often withdrew to a quiet place for solitude, rest, and prayer. Minds and bodies dulled from lack of sleep and constant activity are hindered from basking in and radiating God’s powerful love. <br><br>If you are discouraged, set aside time from your busy schedule and tell God how you feel. Spend time in the Bible. Also, get a good night’s sleep. When you wake, you may very well feel refreshed and energized... ready to continue your acts of service to God and others. <br><br>Sometimes, the most holy thing you can do is take a nap! <br>