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.
Ezekiel Now it came to pass in the thirtieth year, in the fourth month, on the fifth day of the month, as I was among the captives by the River Chebar, that the heavens were opened and I saw visions of God. Ezekiel 1:1 The book of Ezekiel is a very visual book with fantastic… 2026-03-02 You Shall Know that I Am the LORD
We Sing of our Redeemer I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the LORD!’” Psalm 122:1 What a blessing we have in the Lutheran divine service. Every part… 2026-01-26 O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing!
Read the first five chapters of Mark. Jesus proves that, even though He wore sandals and looked like every other helpless human being, He is truly the Son of God, the Creator of all things.… 2026-01-24 Weekend Rest Journal
When the Creator Wore Sandals “And behold, one of the rulers of the synagogue came, Jairus by name. And when he saw Him, he fell at His feet and begged Him earnestly, saying, “My little… 2026-01-23 The Creator Knows what YOU Need!
When the Creator Wore Sandals Then He arose and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Peace, be still!” And the wind ceased and there was a great calm. But He said to them,… 2026-01-22 Why Are You So Fearful?
When the Creator Wore Sandals A great windstorm arose, and the waves beat into the boat, so that it was already filling. But He was in the stern, asleep on a pillow. And they awoke… 2026-01-21 Don’t You Care?
When the Creator Wore Sandals Immediately the Spirit drove Him into the wilderness. And He was there in the wilderness forty days, tempted by Satan, and was with the wild beasts; and the angels ministered… 2026-01-20 No One’s Perfect!?
When the Creator Wore Sandals “There comes One after me who is mightier than I, whose sandal strap I am not worthy to stoop down and loose.” Mark 1:7 The Gospel of Mark is perfect… 2026-01-19 The Creator Wore Sandals!
1. Make a grid with three columns and two rows. At the top of first column write “prophet”, the second column “priest,” the third column “king.” At the far left hand side of the first… 2026-01-17 Weekend Rest Journal
Work of Christ The Father has given Him authority to execute judgment, because He is the Son of Man John 5:27 “Look who’s laughing now!” One can picture someone with a petty spirit of vengeance… 2026-01-16 The Work of Jesus Christ – Judge
Work of Christ “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” John 10:11 So much can be said about the care for sheep, their needs and their weaknesses.… 2026-01-15 The Work of Christ Jesus – Shepherd
