Disclaimer: This is going to be a little longer than usual.
In the constant whirlwind of life, where expectations mount like an unscalable mountain, where relationships pull, tug, and demand more than you think you can give, there comes a moment of collapse—not physical, but spiritual. It’s a moment when you find yourself saying, “I’ve been triggered,” yet deep inside, the truth whispers: You’re not triggered; you’re tired.
Soul-tiredness is a condition that transcends fatigue. It isn’t just sleepless nights or endless tasks; it’s the exhaustion that comes from unmet expectations, unreciprocated love, and unanswered questions. It’s the weariness of trying to convince others of your goodness, your intentions, your worth. It’s the ache of carrying misunderstandings, of bearing the weight of family, friends, and culture that don’t see your heart for what it truly is. It’s being TIRED—
T: Troubled,
I: Irritated,
R: Ready to give up,
E: Exhausted,
D: Depressed.
You’re tired of trying to explain yourself to people who misunderstand you. You're tired of trying to convince your mother that you're a good daughter. You're tired of trying to convince your family that that's not what I mean. You're tired of telling your father that It's not like that. You're tired of trying to get them to understand your heart, for goodness sake! I AM TIRED! Tired of waiting on God’s perfect timing while your human heart aches for resolution right now. Tired of trusting when the world has been so cruel. Tired of holding on to hope when it feels like it’s slipping through your fingers.
In moments like these, we often mislabel our soul’s cry. We say we’re angry, triggered, or even numb, but could it be that you’re just tired? Tiredness has a residue. It spills over, painting your interactions with frustration, irritability, or despair. And now, others have to navigate the overflow of your unacknowledged exhaustion.
But here’s the twist: Jesus knows. He sees you in the depths of your tiredness. His invitation is as gentle as it is urgent: “Come to me.” He’s not asking you to fix yourself first or explain your weariness to Him. He’s not accusing you of failing or of being weak. He simply offers Himself as the remedy.
When Jesus says, “I will give you rest,” He’s offering more than a pause or a moment of reprieve. He’s offering soul-rest, the kind that reaches down into the depths of your being and restores what life has drained. He provides rest for the tired mother trying to prove her love. Rest for the weary spouse trying to hold a fractured marriage together. Rest for the overachiever who feels unseen despite their accomplishments. Rest for the believer who is so tired of trusting that they’ve settled for right now rather than God’s right.
Sometimes, tiredness tricks us into compromise. We settle for temporary fixes because the wait feels unbearable. But Jesus reminds us that while tiredness is natural, settling for less than His best is not. It’s in the waiting, in the trusting, in the resting in Him that our soul finds its most profound strength.
So, if you are TIRED, bring your troubled, irritated, ready-to-quit, exhausted, and depressed self to Jesus. Lay down the armor you’ve been carrying and let Him exchange it for peace. Let Him fill the gaps you’ve been trying to fill on your own. Let Him be the answer to the unspoken ache of your soul.
You’re not just tired of people, tired of circumstances, or tired of life—you’re soul-tired, and only Jesus can heal soul-tiredness. Rest isn’t just a pause; it’s a person. Rest isn’t just a moment; it’s a relationship. Rest isn’t just a concept; it’s Christ.
Step away from the noise, expectations, and misunderstandings today. Acknowledge your tiredness—not as a weakness, but as an invitation. Come to Jesus and discover the rest your soul desperately needs.
You are not just tired—you are seen. You are loved. And in Him, you are being restored.
Profound! 🙏🏽