Countering burnout and un-grace with rest, solitude, and boundaries

When tonight’s guest got engaged, his wife gave him a rather unusual gift.  She gave him a paid trip to Deep Creek to be alone for two nights – including away from her.  Many of their friends thought this was strange given the fact that they just got engaged.  Wouldn’t they want to spend every moment together at a time like this?

John McGowan is the Lead Pastor of Restoration City Church in Arlington. He joins us to talk about how spiritual practices like solitude, silence, and a weekly day of rest can go a long way towards addressing the chronic stress and burnout that characterize life in the D.C. Metro area. 

INTERVIEW HIGHLIGHTS

Jesus both made himself available and set healthy boundaries.

It's OK to say no

Practices like solitude, silence, and a day of rest are both incredibly counter-cultural and incredibly healthy.

Nice guys say no

Grace does not exempt us from effort, it empowers effort.

It's all grace

FULL JOHN MCGOWAN INTERVIEW

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Full John McGowan Interview

For more information: Restoration City Church Website

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Opening music by Chris Tomlin, Your Grace Is Enough