A recent article by CNBC stated, “companies are facing an employee burnout crisis, 23% feel burned out at work often or always.” The article suggests employee burnout is fostered by company culture and 24/7 access to work via email, text and cell phones.
The report supports a biblical principle of Sabbath that is well known, but often ignored due to the drive to get ahead and to grow.
Jesus spoke about the Sabbath in Mark 2:27 saying, “Jesus said to them, “The Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath.”
From the foundation of the world, the Sabbath was established to meet needs. One of the most loving acts we can do for ourselves and our staff is to model and encourage Sabbath rest.
Today’s Integrity Moment was adapted with permission from the writings of author and business coach, Stephanie Winslow.
