“Self-care is not a luxury, it’s obedience. Even Jesus paused to rest, pray, and recharge—so should you.”
Harmonie Abraham
As Christian women, we often carry so much. We wear multiple hats; wife, mother, sister, friend, intercessor, encourager, homemaker, and more. While we pour into others day after day, it’s easy to neglect ourselves in the name of sacrifice or service. But here’s the truth: taking care of yourself is not selfish, it’s stewardship.
❤️Why Self-Care Matters for Christian Women
Self-care is not a worldly indulgence. It’s a spiritual necessity. When we neglect ourselves, spiritually, mentally, emotionally, or physically, we risk burnout, resentment, and disconnection from God’s best for us.
💡Why Is Self-Care Important?
God created us with limits. Even Jesus—fully God and fully man—took time to retreat, rest, and be refreshed (Luke 5:16). If our Savior saw the need to pause and recharge, how much more do we?
Self-care helps us:
1) Stay spiritually grounded by making space for quiet time with God
2) Care for others more effectively from a place of overflow, not emptiness
3) Guard our mental and emotional health in a world full of noise
4) Reflect God’s love for ourselves—because how we treat ourselves speaks volumes about what we believe about our worth
📖Biblical Examples of Rest and Renewal
The Bible is full of examples where rest and self-care were not just allowed but commanded:
Elijah was exhausted and overwhelmed. Instead of scolding him, God gave him food, rest, and quiet before addressing his spiritual need (1 Kings 19:5–8).
Jesus often withdrew to quiet places to pray (Mark 1:35, Luke 5:16).
The Sabbath itself is a gift of rest from God—a rhythm of restoration and worship (Exodus 20:8–10).
💡How I Practice Self-Care as a Busy Mum of Four (with Two Under Two!)
Let me be honest, life is busy! With four beautiful children, two of them under two, I know how hard it is to find time for yourself. But I’ve learned that making space for self-care is essential to be the mother, wife, and woman God has called me to be.
Here’s what my self-care rhythm looks like:
🌅Early mornings just for me and God: I wake up before the children to spend 15 minutes reading the Word, 15 minutes in prayer, and 30 minutes getting myself ready in peace. That quiet hour sets the tone for my whole day.
✨Morning walks with the little ones: After dropping off the older kids at school, I take the babies for a one-hour walk in the buggy. That fresh air and movement helps my mental health and gives me space to think, breathe, and reconnect.
🌃Friday evenings just for me: I set aside three hours every Friday evening. Sometimes I get my nails or hair done, other times I just read a book or watch a movie, whatever refreshes me in that moment.
These small acts of self-care are my way of saying, “Lord, I honor the body and mind You gave me.”
Sister, if you’re feeling weary, stretched thin, or running on empty—know that you’re not alone. God sees you. He delights in your service, but He also invites you to rest in Him.
Taking care of yourself isn’t weakness. It’s wisdom. You can’t pour from an empty cup. Make space to rest, to reflect, to enjoy the life God has given you. It doesn’t have to be extravagant. It just needs to be intentional.
You are worthy of rest. You are allowed to pause. You are loved deeply by a God who knows you need it.
Take care of yourself, sweet friend—mind, body, and spirit.
With love and grace,
Harmonie 💜
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