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Join us this week as we sit down with our dear friend, Jacob Currin, to talk about Rest and subsequently, Peace. Jacob is a sophomore Human Development and Family Studies major at Anderson University, SC, and he loves reading, writing in his favorite coffee shops, and intentional conversation. We talk about what Biblical Rest is, what Biblical Peace is, how the two are found, and how they're related.  In the first part of the episode (3:51-15:30), we talk a little about the culture we live in and how society views and often suppresses Rest. We discuss  seeing the illusion of "being not as busy" as Rest and talk about some times we haven't had Rest. We each share some tangible ways we find Rest throughout our days and weeks and what that produces in our Lives.  In the second part of the episode (16:02-32:07), we focus on Biblical Rest—Shabbat. We talk about what Rest actually is and how we can live in it. In the Bible, Shabbat (or Sabbath) is a whole day in which you Rest and live in the promises of God. We take a look at Isaiah 58 and discuss the idea of Resting by doing the things we enjoy for the glory of God. Every day is a Sabbath within the New Covenant, so we need to Rest in Christ every day and we look at how we can do that in our lives actively. We talk about how Rest as a spiritual discipline has been distorted by American thought, and even the American Church, to almost be a bad thing. We look at the biblical chiasm and centrality of Rest in the Genesis account of Creation. In the third part of the episode (32:37-38:05), we take a closer look at the concept of Biblical Peace—Shalom. Biblical Peace, or Shalom, is not a lack of conflict, but rather a fullness of heart and spirit in God. It is a sense of completeness or wholeness. When we have Peace, we are whole in the presence of God and our own works and accomplishments pale in comparison to our satisfaction in Him. Instead of worrying about our circumstances or problems, we are focused on God because we are in intimate Fellowship with Him. Peace flows from God's presence. Colossians 3 says, "set your mind on things that are above, and the God of Peace will give you Peace." The way that we set our eyes on things that are above and focus on our Fellowship with God is through Rest. Jacob brings Romans 5 into the discussion and talks about his experience with the first few verses of that chapter. In the fourth and final part of the episode (38:35-1:07:19) Jacob shares his testimony. He shares his struggle with Depression, Anxiety, finding and defining his Self-Worth, and eventually finding Peace through Rest.  As you go about your week, remember this: We can't get Rest and Peace outside of God. For more information on what we're all about here at The Audibility Podcast, go ahead and check out our website https://audibilitypodcast.com, and to get connected with us, follow us on Instagram, @audibilitypodcast. Resources:  Fight Hustle, End Hurry Podcast: https://fighthustleendhurry.libsyn.com (also on Spotify and Apple Podcasts) "The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry" by John Mark Comer: https://www.amazon.com/Ruthless-Elimination-Hurry  Bible Project Sabbath Video: https://bibleproject.com/explore/what-is-the-sabbath/ Bible Project Shalom Video: https://bibleproject.com/videos/shalom-peace/