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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.

Today’s Daily Rest Reading

2026-08-18 A Real-World Education

Back to School For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. . . . And my speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power, that your faith should not be in the wisdom of men… 

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

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… 

2024-04-06 Weekend Rest Journal

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.… 

2024-04-04 Hope to Hearts that Are Disappointed

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… 

2024-04-03 Whom Are We Seeking?

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?… 

2024-04-02 Slow of Heart to Believe!

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… 

2024-04-01 Why Would Jesus Be Here?

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.… 

2024-03-30 Weekend Rest Journal

1. Take the time to read the accounts of Palm Sunday (Matthew 21:1-9, Mark 11:1-10, Luke 19:29-38; John 12:12-15). Notice the different accounts and gain a fuller understanding of the events of that day. 2.… 

2024-03-29 Good Friday

Holy Week “They cried out, “Away with him, away with him, crucify him!” Pilate said to them, “Shall I crucify your King?” The chief priests answered, “We have no king but Caesar.”  So he delivered…