He Will Give You Rest
Written by Michelle Smythers
Come unto me all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 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 11:28-30
Are you hurting? Are you tired and weary? Does it seem like your soul is so heavy you can't breathe? Sometimes we push our feelings aside and keep going when there's no one else to do what needs to be done. This will work for a little while. We can push, we can go without sleep, we can try to do it all ourselves, so we don't bother anyone with our problems.
But it doesn't take long before we begin to wear down. The sleepless nights catch up to us. The physical strain begins to take its toll. We secretly cry out for someone to realize we need help. Do they see that we need rest? Do they care?
Do you know who cares? God does. He cares about every tear you cry when you feel like you are at your wit's end. He cares that your body is showing signs of stress. He cares when you don't know which way to turn. He cares about the loved ones you are trying to care for. He cares that you feel the worry laying heavy on your mind.
There are those around you that care also. They may offer their help but don't really know how to go about helping. They may send a card, text or call you but more than anything, they are praying for you. They are holding you up in prayer when you can't hold your head up. They are standing in the gap for you when you can only fall to your knees.
In Matthew, Jesus tells us Come unto me and I will give you rest. You shall find rest for your souls. Are you willing to give Him your burdens? Are you ready to receive His rest? He promises to ease our heavy burdens. He promises us peace of mind. It's up to us to receive it. Will you let God give you that rest your soul needs today?
Last Updated: October 5, 2026
