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.
Labor Day Aspire to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business, and to work with your own hands…that you may walk properly toward those who are outside, and that you may lack nothing. 1 Thessalonians 4:11–12 In a world addicted to noise, attention, and platform, Paul’s words feel almost countercultural. Aspire to lead… 2025-09-04 The Witness of Good Work
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
The Prophet Samuel So it was, when they came, that he looked at Eliab and said, “Surely the Lord’s anointed is before Him!” But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look at his appearance… 2024-06-28 God Sees The Heart
The Prophet Samuel Now it came to pass when Samuel was old that he made his sons judges over Israel. … But his sons did not walk in his ways; they turned aside after dishonest… 2024-06-27 Teach Your Children About The Lord
The Lord was with Samuel and let none of his words fall to the ground. And all Israel from Dan to Beersheba knew that Samuel had been established as a prophet of the Lord. 1… 2024-06-26 God Gives Us Faithful Ministers
