<!DOCTYPE HTML PUBLIC '-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.01 Transitional//EN' 'http://www.w3.org/TR/html4/loose.dtd'>; <html><head><title>Article Directory Online : Free Online Article Submission - Articleonlinedirectory | Rest In The Lord</title></head><body><h3>Rest In The Lord</h3><br /><br />By: <br /><br /><p>There is a wonderful verse in the book of Psalms (55:6). It'says, "Oh that I had wings like a dove for then I would fly away and be at rest."<br /> <br /> I'm sure you have had days where you just wanted to get away from everything and be able to get some rest. You know, days where everything just seems to be going wrong and nothing works out like you had hoped or expected. In these situations it seems like being anywhere else would be more restful.<br /> <br /> Well, you know what? The Lord Jesus had something to say about that. In fact, Matthew 11:28-30 says, "Come unto Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you'rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."<br /> <br /> I love that promise in verse 28, "Come unto me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you'rest." He doesn't say, "I might," or "maybe," or "if you're good enough," or "if you ask nicely enough." He says, "Come, I will give you'rest."<br /> <br /> It's not uncommon for people to be unclear about how they can go to the Lord. we all need rest at times, but they may be unsure about what they can do to go to the Lord.<br /> <br /> Well, going to the Lord is nothing that needs to be complex or difficult. When your body is tired and in need of some physical rest, take the time to relax and do nothing but observe and admire the beauty of the world tha God has created.<br /> <br /> In today's fast-paced society it is very common to need mental rest. Take some time to get your focus away from work or whatever else is stressing you out. Think about peaceful things and things that you enjoy, it will help you get your metal focus off of whatever is causing the stress for you.<br /> <br /> To get emotional rest, focus on things that make you feel at peace. Get your attention away from anything that leads to anxious feelings. Think of things that make you laugh and smile. Come before God in prayer and share your feelings with Him. He already knows your thoughts and feelings, so there is no reason to try and hide anything.<br /> <br /> To come before the Lord, simply offer up your praises and thanksgivings to Him. Marvel in is greatness. Sing songs of praise. Take time to meditate on the Scriptures. When you come to the Lord He promises that you will receive rest, the rest that you are looking for.</p> <br /><br /><b>Author Resource:-></b> Dr. Ann Shorb is a <a href=http://www.ccesonline.com/>counselor</a>, writer, and speaker. She is the founder of Christian Counseling ... Educational Services in Hanover, PA. Her website includes tons of resources, like devotionals, articles, hymn lyrics, wallpaper, brochures, tracts, and <a href=http://www.ccesonline.com/puppetscript.htm>puppet skits</a>.<br /><br /><b>Article From</b> <a href='http://www.articleonlinedirectory.com/'>Article Directory Online : Free Online Article Submission - Articleonlinedirectory</a><br /></body></html>
