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Asks Quote by Charles R. Swindoll

“In place of our exhaustion and spiritual fatigue, God will give us rest. All He asks is that we come to Him...that we spend a while thinking about Him, meditating on Him, talking to Him, listening in silence, occupying ourselves with Him - totally and thoroughly lost in the hiding place of His…” quote by Charles R. Swindoll
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“In place of our exhaustion and spiritual fatigue, God will give us rest. All He asks is that we come to Him...that we spend a while thinking about Him, meditating on Him, talking to Him, listening in silence, occupying ourselves with Him - totally and thoroughly lost in the hiding place of His presence.”

Charles R. Swindoll

About This Quote

Source Book: The Grace of God, 1995

Spiritual fatigue can be healed through intentional, deep communion with God, involving meditation, prayer, and silence.

In simple terms: Rest comes from focused, quiet time with God.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize regular, quiet devotion.

Themes

spiritual renewal rest faith

Mood

peaceful hopeful contemplative

Type

devotional inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily prayer
  • quiet retreats
  • personal reflection
  • spiritual study

Key Concepts

prayer meditation silence presence

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you create space for silence?
  • What does “hiding place” mean to you?
A Different Perspective

Some may find this approach impractical in hectic lives.

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