Jesus offers rest to those who have labored under the heavy burden of religion. Who doesn't want to enter into rest?
Religion is difficult...even for those who are good at it. Religion requires a great deal of work. With all the sacrifice, traditions, and requirements; it's a wonder that more people haven't abandoned the idea of religion.
The rest that comes from Jesus is a true ceasing from all your labors. This rest is the grace of God in our lives. Only through the grace of God can we be who we are "supposed to be" and accomplish all the things we are "supposed to accomplish." It is the grace of God that declares me righteous in Christ! It is the grace of God that has completely saved me from sin! It is the grace of God that brings rest.
This labor day I want you to enjoy the rest that God offers through faith in Jesus Christ.
Admit to God that you cannot be righteous in your own effort.
Believe that Jesus' death on the cross and resurrection from the dead is enough to save you from sin and make you righteous.
Confess that Jesus is Lord in every area of your life. Only through confession can we come into agreement with what God declares to be true.
If you will do this, then you can enter into the rest that Jesus promises.
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