Jesus Has Everything We Need

"Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest......"
Matthew 11:28

Driving home yesterday was one of my more pleasant trips lately. The sun was just warm enough, the roads smooth enough, minimal construction, and only a few minor automobile accidents that were short delays. It was a good day to travel.

So I had a lot of time to think between the phone calls. I thought back to the original travelers and explorers who made the trip. It took days and much planning just to make a portion of the journey—no interstate highways, no traffic controls, and in some cases, no roads.

And no rest stops!

Traveling almost 900 miles, I didn't have to worry about fuel, bathrooms, or the necessary coffee stops. Instead, I could navigate the roads and enjoy the day, knowing that just a little way off was a place for me to take a break and rest for a moment.

In Matthew's gospel, Jesus invited us to come to Him, hear His message and trust that God's presence and protection will be over us.

Sometimes it might just be a quick refuel or coffee break; other times, it might be just closing our eyes and resting for a bit. And the offer of His love and care is as welcoming and providing as a huge Buc-ees rest area in the middle of nowhere.

Jesus has everything we need!

Praying we find rest...

Pastor Lou Strugala