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Without the Sabbath, without rest and renewal, we will never have the inner resources to embrace a hurting world. In our weariness we will be tempted to resent the needy with their ever-present claims on us, but renewed by a Sabbath of rest we can embrace them with the love of Christ. The Sabbath empowers us; it restores our spiritual and emotional vitality so we can return to our mission with renewed passion.
“Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
— Matthew 11:29-30 (KJV)
Lord Jesus, give us rest and restore our souls so we can minister to others without burning out. In Your holy name we pray. Amen.