Rooted & Radiant: Day 16

Unforced Rhythms

" Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light" Matthew 11:28-30

Jesus doesn't invite us into hustle, he invites us into rhythm. His pace is gentle, his burden is light. When we're overwhelmed, it's often because we've picked up weights he never asked us to carry. The unforced rhythms of grace are found in surrender, not striving. Rest isn't weakness, it's worship.

Prayer: Jesus, teach me your rhythm. Help me to release the pressure to perform and embrace the peace you offer. Let me walk with you, not ahead of you. Show me how to live lightly and freely in your grace. Amen

Thought to Ponder: Am I moving at God's pace, or trying to outrun his grace?