Work is not always required of man. There is such a thing as sacred idleness, the cultivation of which is now fearfully neglected. (George MacDonald, Scottish author, poet, and Christian minister.)
Today is labor day in the United States (Labour Day in Canada), a time to celebrate hard work, a necessity for personal success and progress in society. But MacDonald reminds us that there is more to life than work. We need quiet time to reflect and grow inwardly.
Jesus: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)