June 4 “FINDING REST” Matthew 11:29
Good afternoon from Pastor Glen Brock, Baptist Tabernacle Church, Wendell, North Carolina… “Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.” (Matthew 11:29)
As far back as I can remember, my parents taught me to “Take It to Jesus!” Challenges, difficulties, problems, issues, conflicts, regardless of the situation… “Take it to Jesus!” Matthew 11:29 was quoted for me, as a reminder that my God really does love me and that He loves me enough that He sent Jesus Christ to suffer, bleed, and die for my sins! Little did I know, at the time that my parents were directing me to “Take it to Jesus,” that they were teaching me about Discipleship! Wow! Regardless, He instructs us to “Take His Yoke Upon Us!” Ready, Willing and Able to Teach us how to live, act and behave! When Life crowds in around me, and I am ready to “Throw in the towel,” the Holy Spirit reminds me of the scripture that was “pounded” into my head, so many years ago, and I smile with the realization that my God understands, and He has already made provisions for me to find a little “rest,” when I bring it to Him! Friends, you can find “rest” for your weary souls, when you trust in His Word, lean on His Word, know His Word, and allow the Power and Peace of His Word to Dominate Your Life! Please Lord, cause me to walk in Discipleship today! Help me to learn from You, seek You in all things, and to Claim Your Promises of Rest and Gentleness! Please Lord, place Your yoke upon me and allow me to pull the load empowered by Your Grace and Love! Thank You Lord, for Your Love and Your REST! Stay Strong, Stay Focused… THE BEST IS YET TO BE!