We hope you enjoy our blog-reading about our adventures and seeing pictures of our family. We are so grateful for the GRACE He has shown us, the HOPE that He gives us, and want to live a life full of JOY because of Him.
We are thankful you are on this journey with us.
-Nathan, Wendi, Joshua, Evie, Lailie & Sadie

Monday, August 29, 2011

Rest

I am tired-it seems like all the time.  I have lots of excuses too-four kids, a baby who hasn't been sleeping well, moving offices, settling into our new home, homeschooling, yada yada yada.  I am also tired of feeling this way and started to get motivated on how to get more organized.  I am slowly getting there-chore charts for the kids, monthly grocery list for when we are in the "big city", meal planning, and unpacking and organizing.

However, I realized this morning (when I was up with baby girl) that I needed rest-not just sleep, but rest.  With all these things going on in my life, I seem to lose focus of where this rest comes from.  This morning, I just spent some time with the Lord and releasing all these things to Him.  He has commanded us not to worry and He has given us a way out.  Why do I forget this so easily?  He gently reminded me that He is God and He is in control-not me!  Praise the Lord!

"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." Matthew 11:29

1 comment:

  1. I only scanned your blog since we got it right before we left for Boston. This morning I was feeling very overwhelmed and was echoing your exact words. So even though I didn't get much done on my "to do" list I found rest at the master's feet. So it is only fitting that I read your blog now to found out we were having the same thoughts. :)

    Love you much,
    julie

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