The "Rest" Of The Story!

Here, there, everywhere; the hustle and bustle; so few days and so much to do; high anxiety; "Hey, I saw that first!"; "Man, here goes the budget!"; "I hope I get what I want!"; etc. That is how some would say "'Tis the season!" RELAX! SLOW DOWN! MEDITATE! What's the meaning of all the hassle? Is that the picture? Is that the story of life?

I don't know what all the ideas are that might fill your mind and impact your schedule during the holiday season, but may we take the opportunity to help others see how important our focus on Jesus and our hope from God is during the entire year. God has given us so much on which to focus. He has given us so much to be at peace about. He continues to bless us so much! And He has provided the insight to help us rest in the hope we have for all eternity. In view of all that, are we still finding ourselves drawn into all the hassle in which the world gets involved? Keep the focus on all that is of the greatest meaning and REST. Don't wear yourself out!

The psalmist David wrote. . .
"(5) FOR GOD ALONE, O my soul, WAIT IN SILENCE, for my hope is from him. (6) He only is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken. (7) ON GOD RESTS MY SALVATION AND MY GLORY; my mighty rock, my refuge is God. (8) Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your heart before him; God is a refuge for us." ( Psalm 62:5-8 ESV)

Through the way we conduct our daily lives, may we help others see what is among the greatest gifts God has provided for us. Let them see the sense of REST AND PEACE God instills in us as we entrust our souls eternally to Him! May they recognize our view of the salvation and honor He has brought to our lives as we are known as His children. Even in the midst of the chaos man creates in this world, may others witness the stability He provides for our life.

Remember the invitation Jesus extended to us and the rest of the world:
"(28) Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I WILL GIVE YOU REST. (29) 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. (30) For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." ( Matthew 11:28-30 ESV)

Have a great day RESTING IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD!
Carl

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[This focus was originally sent 12/12/1998 (Edited some with passages changed to ESV)]

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