"Rest? Who needs it? I have too much to accomplish for God!"
Do those words sound familiar? Have you ever said them to yourself or others? Jim Anderson lived the same lifestyle that a majority of Christians, especially pastors, often follow. He tried to be all things to all people while striving to do more at the expense of his health, personal relationships, and his walk with God.

Twenty years later Anderson has learned the secret of rest, a Sabbath-rest. In For God's Sake, Rest! Discovering the Pleasure of His Rest, Anderson shares his scriptural studies, personal journey, and insights from those who have discovered the much-neglected treasure of a Sabbath-rest. "As parents take pleasure in their sleeping children, God takes pleasure in our rest," says Anderson. "He shows us how to be at rest from work and at work."

Here is what some other people thought of my book...

“For God’s Sake, Rest” rested on my bookshelf for an embarrassing period of time…collecting dust and producing guilt. Finally I carved out the time for a Wednesday ---Friday private retreat. I brought two books with me: the Bible and Jim’s. During those days I experienced such a wonderful time of refreshment: cleansing, renewal and rest. How true it is: “you cannot change the oil when the engine is running.” Why did I wait so long to get my “oil changed?” I drove home with a renewed heart, a revived spirit, misty eyes and a smile on my face! Thank you Dr. Jim for writing such an enjoyable, practical and health producing book! It is a classic!!"
-Gregg Donnelly,
Senior Pastor at Maple Plain Community Church in Maple Plain, Minnesota

"I read Jim Anderson's book, 'For God's Sake, Rest!", just at the right time. I needed to be reminded of what I have told others but in recent years struggled to maintain myself, discovering and pursuing the pleasure of His rest. Jim has given us a treasure... This wonderful book is anchored in the scriptures and accented by life experiences. You will be compelled to live and operate from His refreshing presence. This resource is high on the list of books I recommend to my friends and colleagues!"
-Dr. Crawford W. Loritts, Jr., Author, Speaker and Sr. Pastor Fellowship Bible Church, Roswell, Georgia

"Care for the flock entails care for the shepherd of the flock. This is what Dr. Jim Anderson sizes up so clearly and for which he makes practical prescription in his splendid new volume on the pastor's Sabbath. He is tender-hearted and tough-minded and combines practicality with realism. This is highly recommended as an important `read' not only for pastors and their families but for church ofhciary who must get under the responsibility of caring for the pastor. The pervasive and growing restlessness in the churches underscores the urgent priority of this concern."
-Dr. David L. Larsen, Professor Emeritus of Preaching, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

"This is a book that I wish I would have been able to read years ago. I am grateful for it now! Jim Anderson has written a superb book on the incredibly important subject of rest. I believe that God will use these Biblical and practical insights not only in the lives of those of us who tend to be workaholics, but also in the life of every reader."
-Dr. Paul Cedar, Chairman, Mission America Coalition

"I love being a Pastor”
Dennis Wadsworth, Senior Pastor of Hope EFC in Fertile, Minnesota identifies a key to enjoying his job as a pastor.

"I love being a Pastor. I really do and I realize that I do not always feel this way. Pastoral ministry can be very difficult at times. It can be emotionally draining, time consuming, physically demanding, and sometimes it can crush me spiritually. In seminary we were counseled that in times that are difficult to 'keep on keeping on' as a Pastor we were to remember our call from God. The primary thing that keeps me, or reminds me of that call the most is the connection I experience with Him during my regular Sabbath time. Right now in ministry that is very important to me but there are other benefits as well."

Peace be with you,
Dennis Wadsworth