In asking the Lord what was on His heart for His children, I heard Him say He will provide rest for the weary. Rest for the weary is a promise we can hold onto and profess with great faith knowing that the Lord will provide for us His rest.
The Lord knows. He is not unaware of your circumstances.
He sees the enemy’s onslaught of attacks against you. And He has upheld you within the different storms you have found yourself in.
Jesus sees your pain. He sees your tears. He is not distant, but close, for He promises to be close to the brokenhearted.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. A righteous man may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all”
Psalm 34:18-19
Allow the Lord to give you rest, for it is His desire to provide healing and restoration for your wearied soul. Sit in the presence of Jesus, give Him your lament and ask Him to heal you. Then let Him shepherd you and lead you into a safe place with Him.
“The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
Psalm 23:1-4
And remember, Jesus is not one to load us down with great burdens. Quite the opposite actually. Know His heart, learn His character and be reminded of his gentleness and kindness.
“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 11:28-30
Rest is found in sitting in His presence. Take time to sit still with Him, to praise and worship Him, and to place your eyes on your Prince of Peace, the King of kings. Rest is for you, a promise you can hold onto, and rest is always found in Him.