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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2025 · 10 MIN

Rest Isn’t Optional: Biblical Rhythms for Busy Moms with Eryn Lynum

from The Christian Homemaking Podcast: Simply Convivial with Mystie Winckler · host Mystie Winckler

Rest is not a reward for getting everything done—it's a rhythm God designed us to live by.In this episode of the Simply Convivial Podcast, I talk with author and naturalist Eryn Lynum, whose new book The Nature of Rest invites us to rethink what real, God-honoring rest looks like. Eryn shares a surprising lesson from hummingbirds—yes, hummingbirds!—and how their built-in rhythms of torpor illustrate God's wisdom for our own lives as busy moms.We talk about:💜 How to tell the difference between real rest and idleness💜 Practical Sabbath rhythms for your week💜 Simple daily pauses that restore the soul💜 And why starting from rest (like Adam!) changes everythingFREE: The Family Sabbath Guide: https://erynlynum.com/familysabbath📖 Grab Erin’s books at ErynLynum.com🎁 Get my free Attitude Adjustment Guide: https://simplyconvivial.com/attitudeMystie Winckler encourages moms to organize their attitudes and get traction at home so we are no longer overwhelmed or frustrated with homemaking. We are a community of Christian women striving to be competent, cheerful homemakers so we are fruitful, faithful, and hospitable. Subscribe for regular encouragement!📖 Get my latest book - Simplified Organization: Learn to Love What Must Be Donehttps://www.simplifiedorganization.com🏆 Enroll in Convivial Circle and get practical homemaking mentorship so you don't have to be overwhelmed anymore: https://www.simplyconvivial.com/stop-overwhelm

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