Better...At Being Tired

How do we navigate seasons of deep exhaustion and burnout without losing our faith, our perspective, or our sense of purpose?In this sermon on 1 Kings 19, Lead Pastor Neil McClendon continues the "Better" series by addressing a topic rarely discussed in church: getting better at being tired. Tracing the story of the prophet Elijah following his major victory on Mount Carmel, Pastor Neil contrasts punitive, destructive exhaustion with formative exhaustion that shapes our character. Discover how fear, isolation, lost perspective, and physical depletion impact us, and learn how God meets us in our lowest moments with basic care, fresh vision, and gentle reminders of His grace.In this episode, we cover:The Four Marks of Unhealthy Exhaustion: Identifying how fear, isolation, lost perspective, and physical depletion degrade our spiritual and mental well-being.Evaluating, Deciding, and Comparing: Recognizing the dangerous trap of evaluating our worth, making drastic decisions, and comparing ourselves to others when thinned out.God’s Simple Provision: Seeing how God often addresses our deepest spiritual burnout through basic physical needs like sleep, food, and rest.Hearing God in the Whisper: Learning to tune out the overwhelming noise and listen for God's gentle, quiet voice.God’s Ongoing Plan: Reassuring your heart that God still has a purpose for your life and that you are never alone in His larger mission.Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube