It’s all about Jesus | 6

“. . . and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11.28

We have looked at Jesus’ promise of rest and the continuing availability of his rest for us. He is the source of it but so often we seek a variety of other means to find the rest that only comes from him.

One of the loveliest aspects of this truth is that Jesus will be there for each of us. This is not an invitation to a specific group of holy people who have perfected the ability to leave their problems behind! It is precisely to all who find themselves weary and burdened that Jesus promises his active presence.

There may well be ways in which we can help ourselves find his presence, but the fact that Jesus doesn’t give any specific instructions means that it can’t be too difficult. The first thing we need to remember is that he is there to help. When we are preoccupied and struggling, the promise is that he is present with help for us. Perhaps all it takes is to recognise our need, acknowledge his presence and simply speak his name, “Jesus”, to invite him into our situation.

Who you are does not matter, nor does it matter how good you have been. What matters is that you call on Jesus and wait to see what happens.

Why not listen to John’s meditation on the wonder of the God who is with you:

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