Novena for Retirement – Day 4: Peace and Rest
Today's Focus: Peace and Rest
God commanded rest. The Sabbath was not an afterthought — it was built into creation. Retirement offers an invitation to embrace the rest that God has always intended for His people.
Prayer for Day 4
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Lord Jesus, You said "Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." I come to You now. After years of labor, I receive Your gift of rest. Help me to rest without guilt, to enjoy leisure without anxiety, and to find in stillness a deeper communion with You.
Scripture Reading:
"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." (Matthew 11:28)
Our Father, Hail Mary, Glory Be
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Reflection for Today
Rest is not laziness — it is trust. When we rest, we acknowledge that the world does not depend on our constant effort. God is in control. Today, practice resting in His presence without an agenda.
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