God Doesn't Want Your Burnout
Holiness isn't a hustle
Let’s talk about a lie that’s burning out way too many good people:
“If it’s for God, I should say yes.”
That’s how so many of us—especially women in faith-based spaces—end up overextended, underpaid, overwhelmed, and quietly wondering where the joy went. But we still smile and say we’re “blessed to be busy.”
I get it.
We love the idea of pouring ourselves out in service.
We want to give God everything.
We want to be generous with our time, our energy, our yes.
But here’s the uncomfortable truth:
Hustle culture wrapped in holy language is still hustle culture.
You can baptize it in a mission statement or say “It’s all for Jesus”—but if you’re doing everything yourself, running on fumes, saying yes out of guilt, and secretly resenting the people you’re trying to serve?
That’s not sanctity. That’s self-neglect.
God doesn’t want your burnout.
He wants your faithfulness.
And faithfulness sometimes means resting.
It means saying no.
It means doing less—and trusting God more.
You are not your own Savior.
You’re allowed to take a nap.
You’re allowed to be paid for your work.
You’re allowed to rest.
You’re allowed to build boundaries that protect your peace, your family, and your well-being.
In fact, you’re called to. This isn’t selfish. It’s stewardship.
Do you need someone to give you permission? Here it is:
Put the cape down. You’re not the hero of your story—Jesus is.
If this hit home for you, you’re not alone.
So many women of faith feel called to create, lead, or build something meaningful—but they’re stuck in burnout, perfectionism, or fear of doing it “wrong.”
That’s why I’m hosting a free webinar just for you:
✨ From Stuck to Started
How to Break Through Overwhelm and Take Your First Bold Step as a Faith-Based Creator
We’ll talk about the real reasons you’re feeling stuck—and how to finally move forward without burning out or selling out.
Come as you are. Leave with clarity, confidence, and a practical plan.
Let’s stop white-knuckling our way through ministry and start co-creating with God—in freedom, not fear.
With grace,
Thanks, Danielle. Much-needed today, as I am feeling on the verge of burnout. Again. Raising five kids who have special needs is truly exhausting, even with an involved husband.