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Thursday, August 21, 2025

Cradled in God’s Rest

PSALM 23:1-2 ESV

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures.

MATTHEW 11:28 ESV

Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Hey there, friends, family, and anyone I’d give a nod across a crowded room, it’s Thursday, and your heart’s like a soft pillow, cradled in God’s rest. Life’s a heavy load sometimes, but Jesus is calling, “Sit with Me, let’s breathe.” His Gospel’s the comfort—He carried your weight on the cross (1 Peter 5:7 NLT). Ever feel His peace settle you, like sinking into a chair after a long day? That rest is yours to share. “Return to your rest, my soul, for the Lord has been good to you” (Psalm 116:7 NIV). Like handing a friend a cup of coffee with a quiet smile, your calm can spark their faith. What’s God’s rest soothing in your heart today? Who needs His Gospel to find that peace?

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REST IN HIS PEACE

Rest in His peace—pray for calm or offer a kind word to someone weary.

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SHARE THE REST

Share a moment His rest held you with #JRTyndaleMinistries.

Jesus, thanks for cradling my heart in Your rest. Help me share Your Gospel. “You are my hiding place” (Psalm 32:7 NIV).

Psalm 23:1-2 · Matthew 11:28 · 1 Peter 5:7 · Psalm 116:7 · Psalm 32:7

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