God's Burden is Light

Life is full of challenges, and every person is walking through trials of some capacity in their life.  Some trials can feel manageable, others almost too much to bear.  Pride or shame can creep in, preventing a person from wanting to be open with others.  Over time, their mindset can become a position of isolation, where they feel they are the only one walking through such a trial.  This can create bitterness, discouragement, and separating themselves from community.  

Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls.  For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.” – Matthew 11:28-30

In this scripture, Jesus invites those who are facing trials to come to Him for rest.   When we allow His Word to work within our hearts, His presence, His Word, and His Truth, makes our burdens light.   When a person enters a fellowship of people who are seeking God, the Holy Spirit to work in hearts, and are sharing each other’s victories and burdens, trust and value is established and strengthened.  People can share openly about their lives and share their burdens with one another.   The group can provide love, support, and prayer into these areas of need.  Everything about this type of fellowship leads towards Kingdom work, and against bitterness, discouragement, and isolation.

I pray that as you read this, you can celebrate that you are part of such a community.  If not, I encourage you to consider where can you find precious fellowship like this.  If you aren’t sure, maybe consider starting one!  May we all as the body of Christ work towards knowing more of Him and experiencing the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living (Psalm 27:13).