The Art of Rest

Stephen Mansfield

How fascinating to read a book about one of the greatest challenges of our time, written by a man who once failed miserably in the face of that challenge. In these pages, Adam Mabry gives us what we most need—a vision of rest tethered to God, rooted in the practical, and shot through with a humorous understanding of our work-addicted folly. This book is a gift!

Trevin K. Wax

The Art of Rest isn’t just about rest; it’s about life—what we are here for. Adam Mabry brings together personal experience, biblical conviction, and keen cultural analysis into a brief and enjoyable book that offers a gospel-centered solution to an ever-present problem. I needed this book. I think you probably do, too.

“Interesting”

It gives us a clear picture on how we should rest and the importance of rest

“An enthralling challenge.”

Compels you to review what you think is actual resting.

“Very helpful”

Good discussion of modern day appraoch to Sabbath and rest in journal for all of us who struggle to REST.

“Helpful”

I've read a lot of books about rest and the intro and most of chapter one were very similar to other texts. However, as I got further into the book there were some important self truths to learn about resisting rest, how to 'do' nothing, unhealthy work patterns, building endurance, putting rest into the middle of the working day. I have started putting some of these into practise and am already noticing the difference. The book is also slim enough to keep to hand in a pocket and keep dipping into as a reminder of the need to rest to be effective in life and ministry.

“Lovely book”

I loved this book. It is very easy to read and is one of those books that says something important but in a simple way. A book that changed my view on things. I liked the way it was like a play built up to the last chapter. It remains in your mind after you have read it.

“Love it!”

Great book about a very important topic.