Hearing today's news, there are many reasons from the big wide world to dread every day's stories of horror and fear-making threats from places both near & far. And then there are the personal and painful matters which we keep to ourselves.
In all of these settings, I am glad to reflect on some wonderful words from Jesus.
' Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.” (Matthew 11.28-30)
Worry and sorrow make us all feel weary.
It is tiring to be in pain, and deeply exhausting to be carrying the pain of others. Some friends endure the deep sorrow of watching a child slowly die before their eyes, while others are caught up in the shattering tragedy of an unexpected death. To all such people, Jesus' invitation brings hope in our weariness.
Jesus is promising to walk beside us, pulling the plough alongside us, keeping us on the straight path. We then discover that the yoke he puts on us fits us like a well-made glove, so that the burdens are bearable. Such discoveries are wonderful.
So Mondays become exciting and places where we explore more of the wonders of knowing our loving Lord Jesus.
Best wishes,
Richard
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