Today's Passage: Matthew 11
The semester is in full swing at seminary. Papers and projects are due and midterms are happening. It makes Spring Break all the more appealing. It also makes Matthew 11:28-29 all the more appealing. Jesus invites the weary and burdened to find rest in Him--everyone can relate to and find comfort in that. Then why is this often the last place I go when I'm weary and burdened?
This past weekend at Ladies' Retreat we discussed this very thing. The theme verse was Psalm 91:4 which says, "He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart." God is abundantly willing AND able to offer us this peace and protection...He tells us so numerous times in Scripture...so why on earth would I go anywhere else for it? Unfortunately, I do. This weekend, our speaker asked us if we go to "the phone or the Throne" in times of trouble. Yikes! That one stepped on my toes a little bit. All too often when I'm tired, frustrated, or stressed I pick up the phone. And that rarely does any good (plus, that paper's not writing itself while I'm chatting).
All of us know what it is to be weary and burdened. Today's passage coupled with Ladies' Retreat has really challenged me to evaluate where I turn during those times. Let's all strive to run to the only One who offers true rest!
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