EMB EP 12 | The Beauty of Soul Rest with Curtis Zackery

Everything Made Beautiful with Shannon Scott

In this conversation, Pastor Curtis Zackery (CZ) discusses the concept of soul rest, emphasizing its importance in a fast-paced world. He shares his personal journey of discovering the need for deeper rest beyond physical relaxation, linking it to one's identity in Christ. CZ highlights signs of spiritual fatigue, practical steps to achieve soul rest, and the impact of technology on our well-being. He encourages individuals and communities to create a culture that fosters soul rest, balancing work demands with spiritual health.

Takeaways

• Soul rest is essential for spiritual health.
• Rest is often equated with laziness or failure.
• Our identity in Christ is crucial for finding rest.
• Spiritual fatigue can manifest in various ways.
• Practical steps are necessary to achieve soul rest.
• Technology can hinder our ability to find rest.
• Communities can foster a culture of soul rest.
• It's possible to work hard and still find rest.
• Rest is a biblical principle, not a luxury.
• Being fully known by God leads to true rest.

Keywords

soul rest, identity in Christ, spiritual fatigue, technology impact, ministry, work-life balance, practical steps, community culture, personal journey, Curtis Zackery

Sound Bites

• "I was deeply tired."
• "Rest is contentment and satisfaction from God."
• "We equate rest with laziness."

Chapters

00:00 | Introduction and Appreciation for CZ's Wisdom

04:09 | The Need for Soul Rest and CZ's Book 'Soul Rest'

07:47 | Defining Rest in the Context of the Soul

11:12 | Understanding Soul Rest and Identity in Christ

18:14 | The Importance of a Clean Heart

24:49 | The Impact of Technology on Soul Rest

33:47 | Creating a Culture of Soul Rest

48:29 | Designing the Perfect Beautiful Day

Soul Rest Book: https://www.amazon.com/Soul-Rest-Reclaim-Return-Sabbath/dp/1683590627
Find Rest Website: https://www.findrest.org/