Devotion and rest
“Stayed awake some time last night, and much enjoyed the stillness around me; it was a lovely night, the stars looked very beautiful, and reminded me of the 19th Psalm [‘The heavens declare the glory of God; / the skies proclaim the work of his hands.’]; it was a time I shall long remember, for I was favoured to enjoy much peace.
Night feels to me particularly suited to meditation and devotion, especially in the city, where all have their respective employments, and consider this a time of rest; and oh, I do believe, in this great city, many are the hearts which in this time of rest from bodily labour, ascend to the throne of grace.”
— Mary Ann Gilpin, 1829
Quaker writer
Today’s Invitation
Rest from bodily labor and allow your heart to ascend to the throne of grace.
This Week’s Query
What do you do to care for yourself, a beloved child of God?
What are the spiritual fruits of rest? What restores you?
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