#28: God's Rest

In this episode of "Take Your Mountain," hosts Jason Weimer and Mick Pickett delve into the concepts of God's presence and God's rest, emphasizing their importance in daily life, especially amidst the increasing chaos of the 2020s. Mick explains that God's rest is not about physical inactivity, but rather an "internal settledness" rooted in understanding one's identity and standing in God's family. This internal security, he notes, allows individuals to process life through the lens of being "at rest in the father's house," akin to a son secure in his home, rather than an orphan fighting for scraps.

The hosts share personal experiences to illustrate these concepts. Mick discusses how he has grown in this truth over the past seven years, experiencing a continuous sharpening and fine-tuning of what it means to live in God's presence and rest. Jason shares a deeply personal story about navigating the pain of miscarriages by "running to the father" through worship and gratitude, finding solace and strength in God's presence even when circumstances didn't change immediately. He highlights that consistently bringing burdens to God fosters trust and enables one to handle life's challenges, from financial needs to interpersonal conflicts, with a posture of rest and love rather than anxiety or retaliation.

The conversation also touches on the practicalities of processing emotions with God, emphasizing that tears shed over deep concerns can be seen as "Jesus tears," leading to healing and restoration. They discuss the spiritual legal system, where Jesus, as an advocate, continuously covers believers, allowing God's presence to dwell within them even amidst sin, provided there is a willingness to repent and seek purity. The episode concludes with a reflection on John 14:21, underscoring that loving God through actions and mindset invites the Father and Jesus to dwell within, transforming believers into "holy of holies" and enabling them to experience a deeper, more mature relationship with God