Busyness Is Not Godliness: Finding Rest in Christ

Busyness Is Not Godliness: Finding Rest in Christ

Author: Marci Ferrell: Christian Homemaker, Wife, Mother and Grandmother May 26, 2026 Duration: 16:50
Life feels full for so many of us. There are responsibilities to manage, people to care for, work to do, ministries to serve in, and homes to tend. And while those things are often good gifts from the Lord, busyness and faithfulness are not always the same thing. Sharing some encouragement from God’s Word for those seasons when life begins to feel hurried and spiritually weary, when our hearts slowly become distracted in the middle of full days.  My prayer is that this episode encourages you to slow down a bit, rest in Christ, and become more present in the people and moments the Lord has placed right in front of you. Head over to ThankfulHomemaker.com for full show notes on all the links and resources mentioned in today's episode.  Homemaking Matters: Living for God's Glory in the Ordinary RELATED EPISODES: EP 165: Bringing Order to Your Day: The Benefits of a Brain Dump and a Daily Plan for Homemakers Keeping a Right Heart in Busy Seasons Sitting at the Feet of Jesus in a Season of Busyness RESOURCES: Join Thankful Homemaker for access to the Free Library of Resources Follow ThankfulHomemaker on Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest & Instagram Join the Thankful Homemaker Facebook Group Subscribe to the Podcast on Your Favorite App  Online Courses & Printables Thankful Homemaker Merchandise Buy Marci a Cup of Coffee xo 

In the everyday rhythms of homemaking, where faith meets the practical tasks of family life, Thankful Homemaker: A Christian Homemaking Podcast offers a space for genuine conversation. Hosted by Marci Ferrell, who draws from her own journey as a wife, mother, and grandmother, this podcast is less about presenting perfect methods and more about sharing grace-filled perspectives. You'll hear discussions rooted in scripture, exploring how biblical truth directly shapes the challenges and joys found in managing a home, nurturing relationships, and personal spiritual growth. Each episode feels like a thoughtful chat with a friend who understands that this calling is both deeply ordinary and profoundly sacred. The aim is to move beyond surface-level tips to consider how our faith informs everything from daily routines to heart attitudes, fostering a sense of shared purpose and resilience. This is for any woman seeking authentic, gospel-driven encouragement, reminding us that our work within the walls of our homes is meaningful and seen. Tune in for a podcast that consistently points back to the foundation of thankfulness and trust in God's guidance for every aspect of life.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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Podcast Episodes
When We Think Something Needs to Change [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:12
It can be so easy to think we would be more content if something in our circumstances would just change, or maybe if someone in our life would change. I see this in my own heart so often. I can know all the right verses…
A Few Truths to Remember When Trials Come (James 1:2-4) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:05
Trials are not something any of us would choose. Our first response is often to ask the Lord to remove them, and it is right to bring those requests to Him. But James 1:2–4 reminds us that God has a good purpose for us e…
When You Need a Reset with Your Bible Reading [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:53
Maybe summer threw your routines off a bit, or life has just been full, and you’ve realized you haven’t been spending as much time in God’s Word as you’d like. I’m raising my hand here with you because it’s where I’ve fo…
Pray Until You Pray: Finding Focus in Distracted Mornings [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:57
Some mornings I sit down to pray and the words come easily. Other mornings, my Bible is open and my prayer list is in front of me, but my mind is already moving into the day ahead. I’ve learned not to rush on those morni…
Jesus Is Enough: Resting in Christ’s Sufficiency [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:04
Practical help can make our days run more smoothly, but it cannot do the work that only Christ can do in us. This episode is a reminder that Jesus is enough—not only for our salvation, but for every part of daily life. H…
Already Blessed: Our Spiritual Blessings in Christ (Ephesians 1:3-14) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:42
In Ephesians 1:3–14, Paul reminds us of all that is already ours when we belong to Christ. We have been chosen by the Father, redeemed by the Son, and sealed by the Holy Spirit—all according to the riches of God’s grace…
Why Your Ordinary Days Matter to God [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:01
Most of our lives aren’t lived in extraordinary moments. They’re lived in ordinary ones. We spend our days making meals, caring for our families, opening our homes, answering emails, paying bills, and taking care of all…
Holding Our Expectations with Grace: When People Disappoint Us [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:20
Disappointment is something all of us experience. Sometimes it comes because we’ve been genuinely hurt. Sometimes it comes because someone has failed us. And sometimes it comes from expectations we didn’t even realize we…
What Does It Mean to Be the Aroma of Christ? (2 Corinthians 2:14–16) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 17:07
I’ve been spending time in 2 Corinthians 2:14–16, where Paul says that as believers we are the aroma of Christ. It’s such a beautiful and sobering picture to think about how our lives, our words, our attitudes, and even…
Biblically Caring for Our Aging Parents [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:17
Doug and I are walking through the next season the Lord has for us right now, and it has me reflecting on so much. It’s a season we walked through 14 years ago when Doug’s parents were living in our home and we were cari…