Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.”—Mark 6:31

Life is noisy. Our schedules are packed, our phones constantly buzz, and the world never seems to slow down. Even Jesus and His disciples felt this. They were surrounded by crowds, people pressing in, needs piling up. It got so busy that they didn’t even have time to eat! But, in the midst of the chaos, Jesus didn’t say, “Push through!” or “Work harder!” Instead, He said, “Come with me to a quiet place and rest.”

Jesus knew something we often forget: solitude isn’t loneliness—it’s renewal. Stepping away from the noise isn’t avoidance, it’s strength. When we take time to be alone with God, we aren’t escaping life; we’re recharging for it.

The world tells us that productivity is what matters. But Jesus reminds us that presence—especially in His presence—is where true life is found. In solitude, we hear His voice more clearly. In stillness, we find His peace.

So today, don’t be afraid of the quiet. Don’t run from solitude—embrace it! Let it be the place where you meet God, where your soul is refreshed, and where joy is restored. Take a deep breath. Find your quiet place. And hear Him say, “Come with me and rest.”

Your friend,

Pastor Tim White