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Every one is going through something.  Often we are unaware of what that might be, and that is why we should be kind, lookout for our neighbor and pray for one another.


Maybe it is you that is going through something that is tough, big and out of your control.  Simply put you are looking for help.  Here is an invitation from God.


Matthew 11:28-30  NLT

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


That is big.  In this invitation is an offer we cannot miss and shouldn’t ignore.  Yet we do put it off and ignore the promises of God.  He promises help with our burdens.  He promises rest.  He promises life that has more meaning and strength for the days.


In our series at church, Road to recovery, yesterday we learned some of the reasons why people do not accept the offer He gives.  Not coming to God might be because of … pride, guilt, fear, worry, losing control, doubt and more.  The biggest of those is control.  We want to control our own lives, our destiny and what is going on around us.  Truth is if we don’t let God be in control someone or something else is going to control us.


Give God what you are struggling with.  Let Him do what you have been trying to do for a long time and haven’t gotten very far.  His way will get you out of the gutter and into His rest.  His help will renew our strength and remove our worries.


Let His offer be what brings you closer to Him this week.  Recovery is possible!


Philippians 4:13  NLT   

For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.


Revelation 3:20  NLT  

Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends.

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