College & Christ: A 30-Day Devotional for College GirlsSample

Finding Rest in God

Jesus spoke these words to crowds weighed down by the leaders in their area and life’s pressures. He offered them an opportunity to rest spiritually and physically.

College is exhausting! With late-night studying and extracurriculars, you can get worn out easily. Jesus reminds you that real rest is found in Him. You don’t have to carry every burden alone. When you come to Him, He gives peace for your soul that Starbucks and naps can’t provide!

Here are a few ways to rest in God on campus:

1. Start your day with Him in prayer or reading a devotional before class.
2. Pause and pray in between classes– Instead of scrolling on your phone, take a deep breath and whisper a prayer.
3. Play worship music while walking to class or studying.
4. Choose one afternoon or evening each week to unplug from schoolwork and spend time with God in prayer, journaling, or simply being still.
5. When worry hits, write it down in a journal or speak it out in prayer, releasing the burden to Him.

Think about this...

What does it look like for you to bring those burdens to Jesus? How can you build rest with Him into your weekly routine?