January 31st, 2026
by Josh Evans
by Josh Evans
I live in NC, and I have seen so many posts on social media about being tired of being snowed in. We had an ice storm last weekend that kept my kids out of school all week and slowed my work as well. Then we just got 7 more inches of snow on top of this, which will likely keep things shut down going into next week.
I get it. We are built for routine. We do better with regular rhythms, but snow days are not all that bad. Sure, we have had a bit of Covid deja vu in our house, but I see these moments as positive. I want to give you four ways to make the most of snow days.
1. Family Time - I was anticipating days at home because of more time with my family. We are so busy that our family of four often doesn't get the family time I enjoy. We have played outside together, eaten a lot of meals together, played cards, and I even introduced my son to one of my childhood favorite movies - Hoosiers. Don't just lock your kids in their rooms because you are tired of them. Leverage the time that you get to spend with them.
2. Read - With so many activities canceled, you have the chance to sit down and read. Reading is good for the soul. Leaders are readers, and I highly encourage you to spend some time with a good book. My book for the week was "A Praying Church" by Paul Miller. It is a great read that I highly recommend to any church leader.
3. Rest - I am a workaholic and feel guilty about resting, but I have taken advantage of the opportunity. Take a nap, sleep in, and just enjoy some chill time on the couch. It rests your mind, and it is good for the soul.
4. Enjoy nature - Icy days and snow days can frustrate or amaze you with the beauty of God. What an incredible God that we serve. Our Creator is amazing, and there is none like Him. These moments are an opportunity for you to get outside and admire the beauty of God's creation.
5. Work ahead - I have enjoyed some personal time working on an upcoming writing project that I have been putting off for some time. It has been nice to have some time to devote to it. Snow days can make you lazy or productive. Let me encourage you: identify that project that you have been wanting to tackle and tackle it.
Listen, I hate interruptions just like anyone else, but let me challenge you to make the most out of the snow days. Turn an interruption into an opportunity.
I get it. We are built for routine. We do better with regular rhythms, but snow days are not all that bad. Sure, we have had a bit of Covid deja vu in our house, but I see these moments as positive. I want to give you four ways to make the most of snow days.
1. Family Time - I was anticipating days at home because of more time with my family. We are so busy that our family of four often doesn't get the family time I enjoy. We have played outside together, eaten a lot of meals together, played cards, and I even introduced my son to one of my childhood favorite movies - Hoosiers. Don't just lock your kids in their rooms because you are tired of them. Leverage the time that you get to spend with them.
2. Read - With so many activities canceled, you have the chance to sit down and read. Reading is good for the soul. Leaders are readers, and I highly encourage you to spend some time with a good book. My book for the week was "A Praying Church" by Paul Miller. It is a great read that I highly recommend to any church leader.
3. Rest - I am a workaholic and feel guilty about resting, but I have taken advantage of the opportunity. Take a nap, sleep in, and just enjoy some chill time on the couch. It rests your mind, and it is good for the soul.
4. Enjoy nature - Icy days and snow days can frustrate or amaze you with the beauty of God. What an incredible God that we serve. Our Creator is amazing, and there is none like Him. These moments are an opportunity for you to get outside and admire the beauty of God's creation.
5. Work ahead - I have enjoyed some personal time working on an upcoming writing project that I have been putting off for some time. It has been nice to have some time to devote to it. Snow days can make you lazy or productive. Let me encourage you: identify that project that you have been wanting to tackle and tackle it.
Listen, I hate interruptions just like anyone else, but let me challenge you to make the most out of the snow days. Turn an interruption into an opportunity.
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