Dear Lord; Good morning Father!
Well Father, it feels a little odd to be writing to You on a Saturday morning. As You’re aware, I’m a reasonably schedule-driven person, so when I got home last night and heard You tell me to “just rest” it went against my grain just a bit. But I listened, and I’m thankful for Your Guidance. Between sleep deprivation from a week of insomnia, hectic work schedules and the daily family and household duties, I was truly wiped. It was wonderful to have the opportunity to just curl up on the couch with the kids and enjoy a movie together. I’m glad You always know what I need, especially when I’m too stubborn to admit it.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, 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 (NIV)
What a beautiful and powerful promise Lord! Only in You do I find the comfort and rest I need for my tarnished spirit. Thank You so much for Your Faithful Care of us all.
Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your Guidance and Support in this season of my life. I pray that we all can experience the rest You Provide us, and find strength and delight in Your Divine Presence. Amen.
~Phather Phil
Hi, I’m Phil Malmstrom, a.k.a. Phather Phil. I’m self-employed, father of two wonderful young men, an ordained minister who delights in spreading Jesus’ Message of Hope and Love, a science-fiction junkie, an aspiring photographer and above all that one of God’s Children who rejoices in His Blessings each day. 
Glad to be able to rest in the Lord I pray you get all the comfort you need this weekend. Your schedule sounds very hectic and I know God will refresh and bring restoration. Have a bless weekend with the family
Thank you Desiray! I pray that you have a restful and restorative weekend as well!
Have a Blessed Weekend!
It is so wonderful to know that we can rest in Him. That is the only way to find true rest. Have a wonderful and restful weekend!
It is indeed Jenifer. 🙂
Have a Blessed Weekend!
such a great reminder for me tonight. I have been traveling ( thus haven’t been commenting as much lately) and now am home. Came home to a crazy schedule and this afternoon is the first time I have had time to let go and relax – then I find your post. yes, yes I hear you Lord – REST!
I pray that He grants you the rest you need as well Jean. So glad you arrived home safely! 🙂
Have a Blessed Weekend!
I wonder how many times God has said, “just rest”, and we don’t listen? I’m glad you were able to enjoy some family time Friday night.
You know Lisa, I’ve been picking up on more and more subtle messages from God as of late. It’s simply proving to me that I need to be much more diligent in following His Guidance!
Have a Blessed Day!