Rest in Jesus

1 Samuel 28-29; Psalms 109; Matthew 11 

“’All things have been committed to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him. Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.’”

Matthew 11:27-30

Rest for our souls comes from knowing Jesus in relationship and learning from him his unforced rhythms of life with the Father. The hand of God on our lives, like a yoke, is both constraining and empowering. Living under the hand of the Lord means we no longer have to carry our heavy weights and burdens. Jesus offers us his presence and his Spirit’s empowerment. Rest is found in Christ, not in the absence of challenges or pressure. God uses tests, crucible seasons, and challenges to move us toward full surrender under his hand and indwelling Holy Spirit.

Are we experiencing his rest in our soul?

“Lord Jesus, you are my rest, and I have never needed you more, for your glory.”