God our Refuge
“Come to me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, 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 NRSVA
My dear child,
I will always encourage you to step into your purpose and into the good things that I’ve planned for you in advance. Yet too often you take it upon yourself to get it right. You think you have all the answers and keep pushing yourself to the limit when it’s not necessary.
Stop. Take a breath. Rest in me.
I designed you purposefully so that you cannot do it all alone. You have been grafted into my vine. Do not keep separating yourself from my presence. Breathe in my Word with every breath that you take.
Let my presence and my joy be your centre and your strength today. There is nothing to fear — I know what is coming your way. I long for you to trust me. You won’t always know my ways; that’s why it’s called faith.
When you trust me, I empower you to do good things. I am the One who perfects your faith. Enter my gates with thanksgiving and my courts with praise. I love you, my precious child.
Your Heavenly Father.