When
you ask people how they are doing these days they often say they are busy, and
consequently tired. It's a common problem. Well, the Bible tells us many times
that God is our strength. and if you are feeling tired and weary today let me
encourage you with these verses from Isaiah 40:29 and 31 (KJV). "He giveth
power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.” “But
they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up
with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; they shall walk, and
not faint.” I think the key to tapping into these promises is: "waiting on
the Lord" and this involves patient waiting in trust and faith (Heb 6:12).
So
often we find ourselves caught up in the material goal’s and expectations of
the world and we are run ragged trying to attain and keep up in our own strength.
Verses 28-30 of chapter 11 in Matthews gospel are very pertinent to the present
discussion: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will
give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly
in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my
burden is light”.
Jesus
is saying here, humble yourselves, be teachable, do things my way and enjoy my
rest, instead of your wearying, frustrating labors. Rest in him, quiet yourself,
wait on him, get his plan and run in his strength. Strength is multiplied and
goes so much further, when you let God run your show.
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