You will often find in life that there is more to do than you are realistically able to do. There will always be something you aren’t getting to, and there will always be more that you wish you could do. To avoid becoming stressed over the things you can’t get to right away, the starting point is to ensure that you have your priorities right, so that you are confident that you are focusing on the most important things—the things that will bear lasting fruit (John 15:16).
A first step for determining your priorities is to come to Me in prayer; bring all your concerns and questions and worries to Me, and ask Me to lead and guide you (1 Peter 5:7). I have promised you My peace—a peace that is not like that of the world (John 14:27), or the peace of simply achieving your goals or checking things off your to-do list. My peace will guide your heart and mind (Philippians 4:7).
When I walked the earth, there was always the press of the people and their very great needs, and yet I spent time in prayer, sometimes whole nights, seeking My Father’s will and guidance. When the pressure of all you need to do seems overwhelming, come to Me with your burdens and lay them down before Me, and I will give you the rest, guidance, and peace you need for each day. Remember, My yoke is easy and My burden is light (Matthew 11:28–30).