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.
1. Read Psalm 127. What does it teach about work and God’s role in your labor? 2. In what ways can you see your job (or daily tasks) as service to God and neighbor? 3. What are you currently carrying that Jesus invites you to lay down (Matthew 11:28)? 4. Write a prayer asking God… 2025-09-06 Weekend Rest Journal
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
Freedom in Christ But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 If you wonder about the cost of our nation’s freedom, all… 2024-07-02 The Cost of Freedom
Freedom in Christ I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing the praises of your name, O Most High. Psalm 9:2 NIV My wife and I enjoy taking our boat out on… 2024-07-01 Rejoicing in Freedom
1. Read Deuteronomy 6:5-9 and Ephesians 6:1-4. How can parents apply what God says here in raising their children? 2. Read 2 Timothy 3:14-17 and Psalm 119:105. What is God telling us about His Word… 2024-06-29 Weekend Rest Journal
