pray for rest in Jesus – His arms are open wide, ready to receive us and grant us peace.

Message: In the hustle and bustle of life, there are moments when we feel overwhelmed, as though we are carrying burdens too heavy to bear. The invitation in Matthew 11:28 speaks directly to our hearts: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” This message is one of comfort and reprieve. It reminds us that we are not meant to shoulder our struggles alone. When we find ourselves weary, whether from the demands of work, the pressures of relationships, or the weight of life’s challenges, we are encouraged to approach Jesus, who offers solace. His arms are open wide, ready to receive us and grant us peace. In coming to Him, we find a refuge, a safe place where our hearts can rest. Let this truth resonate within you: it is okay to seek help and to allow ourselves moments of stillness. Through prayer and communion with God, we can lay down our burdens and find rejuvenation for our weary souls. Prayer: Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heavy heart, burdened by the weight of the worries and stresses that life often brings. I thank You for the invitation You extend to all of us to come to You when we are weary. Your words in Matthew fill me with hope and remind me that I am not alone in my struggles. I lay my burdens at Your feet, trusting that You know my heart and understand my pain. Lord, as I grapple with the challenges of each day, I ask for Your strength to carry me through. Help me to feel Your presence, to sense the peace that surpasses all understanding. Teach me to lean on You and to find rest in Your love. When I feel overwhelmed, remind me to pause and come before You, to seek Your guidance and support. Lord, I pray for those around me who may also be weary and burdened. May they too find comfort in You, learn to release their struggles, and experience the rest that only You can provide. As I step into each new day, fill me with Your peace and help me to carry a spirit of tranquility into the lives of others. Thank You for Your never-ending love and grace. In Your precious name, I pray. Amen.