March 15, 2025

Day 75 Rest in Him | Matthew 11:28-30

Day 75 Rest in Him | Matthew 11:28-30
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Ever felt so overwhelmed that hiding under the covers seems like your only option? In this soul-nourishing episode, we dive deep into Matthew 11:28-30, where Jesus extends a radical invitation to those carrying life's heavy burdens.

The world offers temporary escapes from our overwhelm—vacations, distractions, or pushing through the exhaustion. But Jesus offers something fundamentally different: rest for our souls. This isn't merely physical relaxation but a profound peace that remains steady even when circumstances stay challenging. What makes this invitation so remarkable is its timing—Jesus doesn't ask us to get ourselves together first. He simply says, "Come to me" right in the middle of our mess.

We explore the powerful metaphor of the yoke—an ancient farming tool that connected two oxen to work in harmony. Jesus isn't promising a burden-free existence; He's inviting us into partnership. "Take my yoke upon you," He says, offering to walk alongside us, carrying the weight together. This changes everything about how we face decisions, worries, and responsibilities. We're no longer struggling alone. Through practical application and a simple prayer exercise, this episode guides you in identifying specific burdens you can surrender today. What worry could you hand over? What decision has been keeping you awake? Jesus stands ready to carry it with you.

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Chapters

00:31 - Welcome to Wisdom for the Day

00:54 - Introduction to Day 75: Rest in Him

01:05 - Understanding Overwhelm and Burden

01:29 - The Deeper Meaning of Jesus's Rest

02:01 - Prayer and Practical Application

03:15 - Closing and Subscription Information

Transcript
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Weekends with Lauren.

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Welcome to Day 75,.

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Rest in Him We'll be in Matthew, chapter 11, verses 28 through 30 from the New Living Translation.

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Hey, buddy, I'm so glad you're here today.

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Let me ask you have you ever felt completely overwhelmed, like your mind is racing with a million things to do, your heart feels heavy and, honestly, you just want to hide under the covers?

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Yeah, I've been there too.

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Life can be a lot sometimes Work, stress, family stuff, unexpected challenges and before we know it we're drowning in it all.

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But God gently reminded me of something this week through Matthew, chapter 11, verses 28 through 30.

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Then Jesus said come to me all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.

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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.

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I love how Jesus doesn't say come to me after you figure it out or come to me once you've got it all together.

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He simply says come to me Right in the middle of the chaos, right in the overwhelm.

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I used to think that rest meant taking a nap or going on vacation and don't get me wrong, I love both of those.

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But the kind of rest Jesus talks about here is deeper.

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It's rest for our souls, it's peace that stays even when life is still messy.

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But here's the key Jesus asked us to trade the heavy burdens we're carrying for his yoke.

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In ancient times, a yoke was something placed on two oxen so they could walk together in sync.

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And Jesus is saying walk with me, let me carry this with you.

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Stop trying to do it all on your own.

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So if you're feeling overwhelmed today, what's one burden you can hand over to him?

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Maybe it's that decision you've been stressing over or that worry you can't seem to shake.

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Jesus is right there, ready to carry it with you.

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Here's something simple you can try Find a quiet moment today, take a deep breath and just say Jesus, I give this to you.

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Let him meet you right there.

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Let's pray.

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Jesus, thank you for being the one who carries our burdens when we feel overwhelmed.

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Remind us that we don't have to do it alone.

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Teach us to rest in you, to trust you and to walk in step with your peace.

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We give you everything we're carrying today In your name, amen.

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Thank you for listening to my sixth episode of Wisdom for the Day Weekends with Lauren.

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I'm having so much fun sharing God's word with you and looking at the stats, I'm seeing listeners from all over the country and the world.

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That is absolutely astounding.

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Make sure you subscribe so you don't miss a show all week.

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Rick would love for you to hear what he has to say as well.

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Maybe he will stop pouting now.

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Is that good?

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Did I say it right?

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Huh, stop.

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That's all for now.

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Thanks for listening to Wisdom for the Day Weekends with Lauren.

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