11/24/2021
Were You Ask To Carry That?
“Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.’”
While the agrarian language in this passage may seem outdated, Jesus’ invitation is still relevant for us today.
A yoke is a device used to join a pair of animals that are working together. When Jesus beckons us to take His “yoke,” He’s inviting us to do life with Him rather than for Him. He’s making Himself available to partner with us, side by side and step by step.
While the phrase “easy to bear” (v. 30) may sound like a proclamation for a problem-free life, Jesus isn’t promising a detour around challenge or pain. He’s actually offering to make our load the right size for the journey. The original word for this little phrase can be translated as “manageable” or “well-fitted.” It paints a picture of a pack that is suited for the one who carries it.
What an amazing proposition! When we share our steps with Jesus — walking in His presence and following His Word — He promises that the load He places upon us will be fitted to the strength He imbues within us.
So, if the weight you’re carrying feels cumbersome, perhaps it’s time to sidle up to Jesus and ask Him to show you what was never yours to hold.
We have a Savior who has fashioned our load in love. A Father who doesn’t ask us to prove our strength. He simply invites us to rest in His.
by Alicia Buxvroot
I saw this on a friend’s Facebook post today and I wanted to share this you. I know we all have struggles, but Jesus is our BEST friend ever. If you find yourself with a lot on your mind, turn it over to Jesus.
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Yours in Christ,
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