“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)
Scripture states that everyone was born with a deadly spiritual disease (Eph 2:1). The problem gets deeper during toddler ages and exposed during primary ages. When they reach adolescence, they begin to get afflicted by these hidden problems. When they reach college and become young adults, their minds are completely overtaken by their long-standing spiritual issues.
If you are struggling with continual conflicts, they may be traced back to the scars of your past, family background, upbringing, failures, or some unusual experiences. If you dwell on these problems, they can be used as an instrument of Satan, which can destroy your life.
The devil continues to try to devour you (1 Pet 5:7-8), causing anxiety (Php 4:6-7), trying to build a foothold in your mind (Eph 4:20-27), blinding your spiritual sight (2 Cor 4:4-5), and bringing a dangerous delusion (2 Thess 2:10-11).
But these problems can be used positively when you see them through the lens of the gospel. They are a God-ordained opportunity to display His work in your life and the lives of others suffering from similar issues. God can use them to save lives through you when you discover the directions and missions for your life in all this.
Remember, your True Priest Jesus came to give rest to your mind and heart. He wants you to know that He already carried the burdens of your mind on the cross. Think of all the hostility He endured from sinful people so that you will not grow weary and lose heart (Heb 12:3).
Your True King Jesus has destroyed the power of the enemy who forced you to carry your burdens. It was not intended for you to carry. Take the yoke of your True Prophet Jesus on you instead, enjoying the gospel of peace and rest (Mt 11:28-30).
Don’t forget to wear God’s full armor—the helmet of salvation, the breastplate of righteousness, the belt of truth, the shield of faith, the sword of the Spirit (Word of God), and the gospel of peace (Eph 6:10-17).
Engage in your spiritual battle through prayer on all occasions (Eph 6:18). God will turn all your problems into a reason for thanksgiving, the most destructive weapon we have against the enemy. Don’t give up; the God of peace will soon crush Satan under your feet (Rom 16:20).
Prayer. Lord, I thank You for bringing rest to my life through Jesus Christ. Help me proclaim the gospel of peace to those struggling with broken hearts and minds. In Jesus’ name, Amen.