Rest for the heavy laden

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Matthew  11:28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

In a world filled with trials, burdens, and the weight of life's challenges, these words offer solace and hope. Jesus, the compassionate Shepherd, extends His arms to embrace those burdened by the cares of this world. His invitation is not exclusive; it's for all who find themselves labouring under the weight of life's demands.

Jesus acknowledges our struggles and weariness, and in doing so, He provides a comforting promise – rest. The rest He offers is not merely physical; it's a deep and abiding rest for our souls. It's a rest that transcends the temporal and reaches into the very core of our being.

"Come" , He drives none away. He calls all to himself.  To Jesus we must come by personal trust. Not to doctrine, ordinance, or ministry are we first to come but to the personal saviour.

All. Labouring and weary ones may come, He does not limit the call to the spiritually labouring, but every working and wearied one is called. 

But how do we respond to this invitation? Jesus instructs us to "come." It's an action that requires a deliberate choice on our part. To come to Jesus means to approach Him with humility, acknowledging our need for His grace. It means surrendering our burdens at His feet, recognizing that we cannot carry them alone.

The burdens we carry may vary – the weight of sin, the struggles of daily life, the pain of broken relationships – but the promise remains the same. In Jesus, we find a haven of rest, a place where burdens are lifted and souls are refreshed.

As we come to Him, we discover not only rest but also a yoke that is easy and a burden that is light (Matthew 11:30). Jesus doesn't promise a life free from challenges, but He assures us that His yoke is gentle and His burden is bearable. In walking with Him, we find guidance, strength, and the sustaining power to face whatever lies ahead.

So, Let us come to Him with open hearts, laying our burdens at His feet and embracing the rest that He offers. May we find solace in His presence, strength in His grace, and true rest for our heavy-laden souls.

God bless you.

Prayer key:

1. Lord, thank you for the blessing of your word today in Jesus Christ name.

2. Lord, I coke to you to today, take away my burden in Jesus Christ name.

3. Lord, help me to trust you with all my life in Jesus Christ name.

4. Thank you Lord for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name. Amen.