Kari wrote an interesting post on her blog Thursday. It reminded me of the story of the missionary who was driving down a remote, pot-holed road (no, not my driveway ... but close) when he came upon an elderly man carrying a large bag over his shoulder. It was clear by the way the man walked that the bag was very heavy. Stopping his truck, the missionary asked the traveler if he'd like a ride. The elderly man nodded and climbed up on the truck's tailgate--but though he had accepted a ride, he continued to hold that large burden on his shoulder. He could have so easily let it slip from his back, and let the very thing that carried him carry his burden also.
Jesus came to die for our sins--yes. And He came to release us of the fear of the grave. But He also came to relieve us of our burdens. "Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 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. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light" (Matthew 11:28-29).
I'm sure many of us can relate to Kari's post. Check out Burdens Not Meant to Carry.
Monday, November 5, 2007
Shannon: Kari's Post
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For many of us, resting is something we have to work hard at! lol! Praise God for knowing what we really need and giving us the ability to rest or where would we be?
Shannon~ I almost decided to delete that blog....guess I'll keep it up now. LOL
Thanks for the encouragement and the tea the other day!
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