Letting God Set the Pace | Your Nightly Prayer

Amanda Idleman

Contributing Writer
Updated Oct 13, 2025


In tonight’s devotional and guided prayer, we reflect on Isaiah 30:15—a sacred reminder that salvation is found not in hustle, but in rest, quietness, and trust. As believers, we often know the importance of “slowing down,” but putting it into practice is another story. The world pressures us to stay busy, to produce, to never stop moving. But God’s pace is different. His rhythm is not hurried, but holy—marked by peace, restoration, and presence. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, spiritually dry, or emotionally drained, let this be your invitation to breathe, to realign with the heart of God, and to rediscover the strength that comes from stillness. When we surrender our schedules to God, He meets us in the quiet and renews our soul. 📖 Today’s Bible Verse: “In repentance and rest is your salvation, in quietness and trust is your strength.” — Isaiah 30:15 (NIV) 🔑 Key Takeaways: God’s peace isn’t found in performance but in His presence. Hurry and hustle are spiritual distractions that rob us of clarity, joy, and rest. Slowing down creates space for deeper intimacy with God. The “pace of grace” is unhurried, focused, and aligned with God’s will—not the world’s noise. 🙏 Tonight’s Prayer Jesus, Thank You that Your way is better than mine. Help me to release my grip on the constant rush of life and find rest in You. Teach me to slow down and notice Your presence in every moment. Let me walk at the pace of grace—unhurried, unburdened, and full of peace. Give me wisdom to choose what matters most and courage to say no to what doesn’t. Thank You for the quiet spaces where I can meet You and be restored. In Jesus’ name, Amen. This video is brought to you by iBelieve Subscribe and click the bell (🔔) to get notified of new prayers and devotionals that bring peace, strength, and Scripture into your daily life. Connect with us on Social Media: 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/iBelievedotcom 📌 Pinterest: pinterest.com/ibelievecom 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/ibelievecom 📬 Newsletters: ibelieve.com/newsletters 🎧 Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer Podcast: 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NDdYqx 🎵 Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OwFK 🌐 LifeAudio: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-prayer/

Amanda Idleman is a writer whose passion is encouraging others to live joyfully. She writes devotions for Your Nightly Prayer, Crosswalk Couples Devotional, Your Daily Prayer, and more. She has work published with Her View from Home, on the MOPS Blog, and is a regular contributor for Crosswalk.comBiblestudytools.com, and Christianity.com. She has most recently published a devotional, Comfort: A 30 Day Devotional Exploring God's Heart of Love for Mommas, alongside her husband’s companion devotional, Shepherd. You can find out more about Amanda on her Facebook Page or follow her on Instagram.

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