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… 2024-04-10 Center Your Faith in Christ, the Resurrection and the Life
I Am the Resurrection and the Life Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes… 2024-04-10 Center Your Faith in Christ, the Resurrection and the Life
I Am the Resurrection and the Life Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes… 2024-04-09 I am is I AM
I Am the Resurrection and the Life Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes… 2024-04-08 The Same Jesus
1. The Bible clearly states that God the Father raised Jesus from the dead. Look up these passages and note what they say about your absolution from sin (“objective justification”): Acts 2:24; 3:15; 4:10; Rom.… 2024-04-06 Weekend Rest Journal
Easter Questions “Why are you troubled? And why do doubts arise in your hearts?” Luke 24:38 It has now been almost 12 hours since the report of the women that Jesus was alive! But what… 2024-04-05 Joy to Troubled and Doubt-filled Hearts.
Easter Questions “What kind of conversation is this that you have with one another as you walk and are sad?” Luke 24:17 On Easter evening, as two distraught, confused, extremely sad disciples traveled from Jerusalem… 2024-04-04 Hope to Hearts that Are Disappointed
Easter Questions "Whom are you seeking?” John 20:15 This is Jesus’ second question to Mary Magdalene at the empty tomb. Jesus is saying, “Mary, aren't you on a futile pursuit–looking for someone who is dead?… 2024-04-03 Whom Are We Seeking?
Easter Questions "Why are you weeping?” John 20:15 Mary Magdalene is emotionally distraught–filled with fear and confusion, tears and sorrow. What happened to the Lord's body? The tomb is empty. The body of Jesus is… 2024-04-02 Slow of Heart to Believe!
Easter Questions "Why do you seek the living among the dead?” Luke 24:5 The women were lost in despair and grief. They went to the last place anyone had seen Jesus: dead in the tomb.… 2024-04-01 Why Would Jesus Be Here?
