Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28
Our Lord Jesus Christ speaks this invitation to those who are burdened by sin, guilt, and the stresses of this fallen world. Jesus has taken up the cross for you and calls you to follow, so that you might learn from Him. His gentle, lowly way reveals that God’s purposes are not to burden or trouble you, but to give you rest for your soul. Each day He says, “Come to me.”
Daily Rest is a daily devotion book inviting readers to come to Jesus, learn of His gentle and lowly ways, and find rest for their soul. Daily Rest is published quarterly by the Church of the Lutheran Confession with devotions supplied by a volunteer staff of CLC pastors and teachers.
The Miraculous Messiah – The First Five Miracles Now there was a man in their synagogue with an unclean spirit. And he cried out, saying, “Let us alone! What have we to do with You, Jesus of Nazareth? Did You come to destroy us? I know who You are—the Holy One of God!” Mark 1:23-24… 2024-07-12 The Third Petition: Your Will Be Done On Earth as It is In Heaven.
The Lord’s Prayer God our Savior, who desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. 1 Timothy 2:3b,4. Since none of us fully know the mind of God… 2024-07-12 The Third Petition: Your Will Be Done On Earth as It is In Heaven.
The Lord’s Prayer Jesus answered, "My kingdom is not of this world. If My kingdom were of this world, My servants would fight, so that I should not be delivered to the Jews; but now… 2024-07-11 The Second Petition: Your Kingdom Come
The Lord’s Prayer Hallowed be Your name. Matthew 6:9b In this petition, we are asking our heavenly Father that His name be hallowed. The word “Hallowed” (Greek word hagiazo) has the meanings: setting apart as… 2024-07-10 The First Petition: Hallowed Be Your name
The Lord’s Prayer For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. For you did not receive the spirit of bondage again to fear, but you received the… 2024-07-09 The Address of the Lord’s Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also… 2024-07-08 Jesus Teaches How to Pray
1. How do you traditionally celebrate our nation’s independence? Can you think of any corresponding ways we can publicly celebrate our freedom from sin’s power? 2. There is a tradition in many churches to spend… 2024-07-06 Weekend Rest Journal
Freedom in Christ Every word of God proves true; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him. Proverbs 30:5 ESV Every beach trip, my wife insists on going through the routine of… 2024-07-05 Preserving Freedom
Freedom in Christ Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. I Corinthians 15:58 ESV Along with… 2024-07-04 Responsibilities of Freedom
Freedom in Christ Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God. Romans… 2024-07-03 Transformation Through Freedom
