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The Best Rest of Your Life
By: Mae Archila
Saturday, February 7, 2026
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28
The popular phrase, “The Best is Yet to Come” isn't a bible verse, but it is a true statement for Christ followers. For us, God’s best is yet to come, and it's the day we'll meet Jesus face-to-face. Unbelievers may use this quote to hope for a better future, but for us, it's not just a catchy saying, it's God's promise. God created us with a purpose, and it's to love, serve, and worship Him. When we do, He's gives us His best.
“Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
When we read the four Gospels, Jesus seems to be walking through Galilee in perfect peace. Now, He wants to give us the peace He had, especially when we're weary and troubled. God's peace is God’s rest—a state of spiritual, mental, and emotional calmness. It isn't the peace of the world, it's a perfect, supernatural peace, which is only found in Jesus. To find it, we must completely trust God and rely on His strength.
Use the word REST as an acronym to remind yourself how:
- Remember God's goodness.
- Express your needs to Him.
- Seek His perfect peace.
- Trust His faithfulness.
God's rest is part of His best! When life isn't making sense, God's peace helps us walk through our troubles with a sense of calmness. The truth is, the most difficult moments of life can't overshadow the reality of God’s rest. When we give our problems to the Lord, it helps us rest and it gives us God's peace. Take your eyes off your problems and keep them focused on Jesus; He is the only thing that matters!
Therefore, since the promise of entering his rest still stands, let us be careful that none of you be found to have fallen short of it. Hebrews 4:1
Our "best rest" will be in heaven, but until we get there, we must learn to find God’s rest on Earth. How do we do that? By obeying His commands, trusting His promises, and allowing Him to use us to accomplish His will.