Entering God's Rest
When does one actually need rest? Is it when you’re tired or when
you decide you need rest? The bible says God rested on the seventh
day after creation. Rest is a vital aspect of the human entity. Even
the animals need rest from time to time.
In today’s fast paced world, where we are driven hard by all kinds
of ambitions, people burn out and are unable to move and yet much
needed rest eludes them. Because of harsh economic realities and the
need to make ends meet, many people cannot afford to slow down let
alone to rest.
I used to work in a packaging factory with a single Mum who always
complained of being stressed up because of the two jobs she was
working. Naturally I advised her to slow down a little so that she
could devote more time to her children. She explained to me that it
was impossible. I pressed further by telling her that the bible says
that with God all things are possible. And that the Lord can work
out things for her if only she could trust. She simply laughed at me
and asked me to discontinue the conversation.
Many people are prepared to hear the solution to any issue the
worldly way but not God’s way. Maybe that is why there is much chaos
out there. Jesus clearly extended the invitation to the wearied and
burdened to rest
11:28: Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden,
and I will give you rest.