Rest from a Performative Faith | Your Nightly Prayer

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That command feels counterintuitive when fear and striving push us to do more. In tonight's prayer and devotional, we are reminded that spiritual stillness isn’t defeat—it’s trust. Amber Ginter reflects on how many of us live out a performative faith, one that feels like we must continually prove ourselves to God and others. But salvation doesn’t come from our effort; it comes by grace through faith. When we rest in Him, we move from striving to surrender. Being still is one of the deepest acts of obedience. It reorients our hearts from performance to presence. It’s not passive—it’s an active declaration that God is in control and His grace is enough.