From a Place of Rest

Jesus wants to be our all in all  As the beautiful worship chorus says, He wants to be our strength when we are weak (Philippians 4:13). Jesus desires to give us his wisdom generously and without reproach (James 1:5). He longs to give us joy unspeakable (I Peter 1:8). If you'll but ask, the Prince of Peace will fill you with his peace (John 14:27). He who is love wants to abide in each of us in all his love (I John 4:16). Jesus also desires to heal us (Isaiah 53:5) and set us free (John 8:36).  

The list of all our Savior longs to be for us is long. Everything from our Strong Tower to our Light to our Good Shepherd and so much more. Reading through the Bible and writing down all the Father and Son long to be for us is so encouraging. It really builds faith or trust.

Learning to trust allows you to rest. Especially if you were raised in a dysfunctional home where no one was trustworthy, learning to trust again is a journey which takes time. Jesus is so patient. He never rushes us faster than we can go. Step by loving step he brings healing and deliverance and shows how totally faithful he is. 

From a Place of Rest

May all that I do,

All that I say,

Be done,

From a place of rest,

In you my Lord,

Not struggling to perform, 

Nor striving to measure up,

Knowing your love,

Your acceptance of me,

Your approving smile,

Is what matters most,

Exchanging my weakness,

For your strength,

My struggle,

For your peace,

My sadness,

For your joy,

My impatience,

For your patience,

My fleshly reasoning,

For your wisdom,

My selfish desires,

For your righteous ones,

And so many more,

Which you long to do,

Healing and setting me free,

Flowing out to a broken world,

Through me,

Healing and setting people free.