Life feels busier than ever. Between work, parenting, and ministry, it sometimes feels like there aren’t enough hours in the day. For a long time, I thought rest was something I’d get to “eventually.” But eventually never came.
One night, I stayed up late preparing a sermon. I was exhausted, frustrated, and struggling to focus. Finally, I closed my Bible, looked up, and said, “God, I can’t do this anymore.” That’s when Matthew 11:28 came to mind.
I realized that rest isn’t just a physical need; it’s a spiritual one. God didn’t create us to run on empty. He calls us to rest… not just in a Sabbath sense, but in His presence. True rest comes when we lay our burdens at His feet and trust Him to carry them.
That night, I prayed for God to take my weariness, and He gave me peace I hadn’t felt in weeks. It didn’t mean all my responsibilities disappeared, but I had the strength to face them because I wasn’t relying on my own power.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, remember this: God’s rest is available to you right now. You don’t have to earn it or wait for it. Just come to Him.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for inviting me to find rest in You. Teach me to let go of my burdens and to trust You with the things I can’t control. Renew my strength as I lean on Your grace. I give You all honor, all the glory, and all the praise. It’s in Jesus’ name I pray. Amen & Amen.