Finding Rest When You Can’t Sleep with Betsy Childs Howard

Today, we’re chatting with Betsy Childs Howard about a theme we are all familiar with—waiting—specifically waiting for sleep. No matter our season, we have all likely faced the challenges that come from seasons of exhaustion. You’re not going to want to miss the practical and gospel encouragement in this episode!

3:20 — Waiting for Sleep in Weary Seasons8:15 — Why God Created Us with a Need for Rest15:05 — Trusting God When Physical Rest Isn’t Available21:25 — Meeting God in the Middle of the Night27:40 — Finding Our Ultimate Rest in Christ

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journeywomen.org/episode/finding-rest

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

What seasons of waiting have you navigated in your own life?

How does knowing that God created us to rest bring you comfort?

What truths or Scriptures that were mentioned did you find encouraging for your particular season of restlessness or sleeplessness?

What habits or rhythms (big or small) bring rest to your soul when you are in a weary or sleepless season?

What might you do or implement based on what you learned in this week’s episode?

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