In Episode 9 of A Case for Grace, hosts Kate Gray and Jeffrey Slater dive into a struggle many of us face—when busyness becomes an idol. With hustle culture glorifying "always being busy," it’s easy to let work, success, and achievement take priority over faith. But when we prioritize productivity over presence with God, we drift away from what truly matters. In this episode, Kate shares how her new consulting role has challenged her to keep God first while staying in the corporate world. They discuss: ✅ Why busyness can become an idol without us realizing it ✅ How to balance work and faith without losing sight of Christ ✅ Practical ways to prioritize God over hustle ✅ The importance of Sabbath rest and making time for Jesus If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, overworked, or spiritually drained, this episode is for you! Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: When busyness becomes your idol 00:36 - The cultural obsession with hustle & work identity 01:41 - How striving for success can pull us away from faith 04:51 - The challenge of balancing faith & career 05:34 - What happens when we put work before God 07:09 - The importance of starting the day with Scripture 09:17 - Why Sabbath rest is essential for spiritual health 12:05 - The power of saying NO to distractions 13:44 - The importance of stillness & alone time with God 14:27 - Practical steps to recenter your life on Christ 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe and share your thoughts in the comments!