I enjoy road trips, and I do one a couple of times a year. In Australia, the government runs an open road campaign to help keep drivers safe on country roads. “Don’t trust your tired self” is the title of the road safety awareness campaign. Fatigue can kill. It’s no joke. 
In our Christian walk with Jesus, the message of the road safety campaign, ‘Don’t trust your tired self’, could be a life-saving reminder. Nowhere in the bible does it say ‘congratulations! you never need to sleep again!’ It emphasizes the importance of rest, just as the road safety campaign does. 
Reflecting on my long-distance driving experience, I’ve learned that planning breaks and considering your safe driving limits each day is crucial. The longest drive I ever did was from Adelaide, South Australia, to Noosa, Queensland, and it took more than 3 days. I made sure to stop for over 12 hours each night to refresh, shower, eat properly and sleep, understanding the importance of these breaks. 
What long-distance driving taught me, and believe me, Australia is huge, is that driving is more like a marathon than a sprint. It’s about pacing yourself, being patient, and staying persistent, just like in our Christian journey.
I know some fantastic Superman Christians are teaching out there who say that when you’re feeling exhausted, that’s the time to freak out and keep pushing through. Here is my counterargument: that strategy isn’t in Scripture. When you’re fatigued, it’s the perfect time to unwind, pursue your hobbies, rest, and ensure you’re taking proper care of yourself, and this is taught in Scripture. 

Exodus 20: 1-17, Deuteronomy 5:6-21, and Exodus 34: 11-26 all reference the 10 commandments, which, yes, you guessed it, talk about the Sabbath and the day of rest once a week, including livestock. Exodus 20: 8-11 expressly tells us we are not to work on the Sabbath. We have the science to back this up, including the fact that people who don’t take annual leave of 2 weeks every 12 months suffer a decline in work performance due to exhaustion. 
This overall effect can impact both your health and your finances. When we are tired, we might reach for and snack on food that isn’t healthy for us, and it can be costly because snacking isn’t as inexpensive as preparing a balanced meal.

Sleep

Sleep is the most obvious. Make your area as comfortable as possible for yourself..

I lay down and slept; I awoke, for the Lord sustained me. Psalm 3:5 NKJV

This simple verse reminds us that the Lord watches over us and awakens us because he cares for us, instilling a sense of spiritual connection and peace in our lives. 
Your tired self will make mistakes, be grumpy, and not be at your best. This can lead to bad habits such as overeating, excessive caffeine consumption, or neglecting exercise. These habits not only affect your health but could also cost money. Therefore, it’s crucial to make rest and sleep a part of your routine, as it is a commandment, not a suggestion.