What if the key to effective leadership isn't working harder, but resting better? In this powerful message, Pastor Pencil vulnerably shares his own journey as a recovered workaholic to illuminate God's divine design for rest. Drawing from Mark 6, where Jesus commands his disciples to "come away... and rest for a while," he reveals how rest isn't merely a reward for hard work – it's a fundamental requirement established by God at creation. Through the acronym REST (Recognize God's design, Embrace work-rest rhythm, Set boundaries, Trust God's provision), Pastor Pencil demonstrates how rest is woven into the very fabric of creation, making it essential for sustainable leadership and spiritual vitality. He challenges the common misconception that busyness equals faithfulness, sharing how God modeled rest not from exhaustion but to establish a pattern for humanity. The message culminates in a powerful call to exchange pressure for God's peace, reminding leaders that true strength comes not from constant striving but from regular rhythms of rest and renewal in Jesus's presence. City United is challenged to evaluate their own rest patterns and trust in God's provision through intentional rest.