Work From Rest - Not For Rest | Original Design Series

We're kicking off our Original Design Series. In this episode, we’re diving deep into what it truly means to sit down inside ourselves and operate from our original design in Christ. We’ll unpack how so many of us have been conditioned to focus on what we do rather than who we are, often letting the narrative of humanity's fall overshadow God’s original intent for us. It’s a refreshing perspective that invites us to embrace rest as our starting point, rather than a reward for our efforts. We’ll explore the garden language that illustrates our identity as image bearers and how that plays into our daily lives and relationships. Join us as we challenge the hustle mentality and encourage a posture of trust and rest, allowing ourselves to be filled and overflow into the lives of those around us.

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Show Notes

In this engaging episode, we are led through a reflective journey about our original design and the significance of resting in our identity as creations of God. Elizabeth and Jason Settle articulate the often-overlooked truth that humanity was created in a state of rest, drawing from the creation narrative in Genesis. They emphasize that our first day as humans was not spent in toil but in enjoying the fullness of what God had created. This foundational understanding invites us to reconsider how we approach our lives, particularly in a culture that prizes busyness and productivity over stillness and being.

The discussion transitions into the implications of viewing ourselves through the lens of our original design versus the narrative of original sin. Elizabeth and Jason share personal stories that illustrate how easily we fall into the trap of equating our worth with our performance. By recognizing that we are designed for relationship and rest, we can shift our mindset from one of striving to one of receiving God's grace. They encourage listeners to cultivate a posture of surrender, which allows us to experience true rest and trust in God’s provision.

As the episode unfolds, the hosts engage listeners in a guided reflection, inviting them to 'sit down' in their inner selves and connect with God on a deeper level. This practice serves as a powerful reminder that rest is not merely the absence of work but a state of being where we can engage in the fullness of life God intends for us. The conversation beautifully weaves together scriptural insights, personal anecdotes, and practical applications, leaving the audience with a renewed sense of purpose and the understanding that they are invited to live from a place of rest, reflecting the heart of God in their daily lives.

Takeaways:

• In our journey with the Lord, we often focus on original sin rather than our original design in Christ.
• Living from a place of rest requires us to relinquish control and trust God's plan for us.
• Our first day as humanity was a day of rest, emphasizing that we were created for relationship, not just work.
• To truly occupy our true selves, we must learn to sit down inside ourselves and trust in God's presence.

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