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real rest because you are real tired


Do you ever get tired?  I am not talking about the kind of tired that is taken care of with a good night’s sleep.  This is the kind that needs days of rest and extra strengthening.

Often we humans get that way.  Life seems to overwhelm us.  There is too much going on.  Maybe our emotions have been running in different directions, and we find ourselves in need of rest.  The fact is, God offers rest and encouragement.  

Here are just a few thoughts about allowing God to give us rest and courage!

Matthew 11:29  NLT
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.

God never intended for us to live and do life alone.  Follow His lead.  Surround yourself with people who care and who help! 

Psalm 116:7  NLT
Let my soul be at rest again, for the Lord has been good to me.

Find rest in God. As we realize how good God is we will find that it is easier to relax and trust Him.  God really is good.

Galatians 6:9-10  NLT
So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.10 Therefore, whenever we have the opportunity, we should do good to everyone—especially to those in the family of faith.

We reap what we sow. So, sow the right stuff.  We get tired when we do things alone or when the wrong things consume us.

May God give rest and strength as we follow His lead.
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