It’s amazing what God can do for a troubled heart when we learn to truly meditate on Him. Charles F. Stanley often spoke about this, and I’ve always appreciated his wisdom. As the founder of In Touch Ministries, he exemplified what a minister should be. Though he is now with the Lord, his teachings continue to bless so many, including me.
When motivation feels low, remember—motivation isn’t constant. It rises and falls, and that’s okay. Sometimes your soul is simply asking for rest, or the Holy Spirit is inviting you to slow down and be present instead of pushing yourself to produce. Yet there is also faithfulness in the small steps we take, even when we don’t feel like taking them.
So pause.
Feet on the floor.
Hands relaxed.
Take a deep breath and look around at where you are right now.
Ask yourself: What is the very next small task in front of me?
Not the whole list—just the next step.
You don’t need enthusiasm or guaranteed results. All God asks is that you show up in this moment with whatever strength you have.
Philippians 2:13 (NASB) reminds us, “For it is God who is at work in you, both to will and to work for His good pleasure.”
So when you go to work, try shifting your perspective from “I have to go” to “I get to work for the Lord today.”
Our thoughts shape our attitude, and small acts done for Him matter more than grand gestures.
Jesus tells us in Matthew 6:34, “Do not worry about tomorrow… Each day has enough trouble of its own.”
Today is what God has placed in your hands. He’s not asking you to move mountains—just to be faithful where you stand. The outcome is His. Showing up is yours.
Rest isn’t about having everything figured out. It’s about trusting a Father who sees, knows, and loves us completely.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for Your steady love. Help me to show up for the task or person in front of me today and to trust You with the rest. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Go gently into your next task, knowing God sees your willingness and honors your faithfulness.
Have a blessed day.
Joyful-Echoes 