My friend, I can relate to your question. As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the issue of work and health. The Bible teaches us that labor should not harm the worker, whether physically, morally, psychologically, or spiritually. If you're too sick to work, it's not wrong to take a break and focus on your health. In fact, the apostle James says, "Is any one among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord" (James 5:14).
As a Christian, I believe that our work is a calling from God, but it's not a calling to overwork or neglect our health. We're called to work from the heart, humble in attitude, and fearful before God of wronging our employer or employees. If you're self-employed, it's easy to get caught up in the pressure to succeed, but the Bible says that our worth and identity come from Christ, not from our work. So, if you're too sick to work, don't feel guilty about taking a break. Instead, focus on your health and trust that God will provide for you and your family.
In our household, my wife Susan and I have always tried to prioritize our health and well-being. When our children were younger, we made sure to take time off when they were sick, and we encouraged them to do the same. Now that they're older, our son Joshua and daughter Rebecca understand the importance of taking care of their bodies and minds. As a family, we pray for each other's health and well-being, and we trust that God will heal us and provide for us in times of need.