Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Matthew 11:28

This is one of the best known sayings of our Lord Jesus Christ. Many people who otherwise know very little about the Bible are acquainted with it. But who would go so far as to maintain that he belonged to the class of weary and heavy laden persons? Most endeavour to come to terms with their problems and themselves. They do not like to admit their troubles, or guilt, or say, "I am unhappy."

You may be someone with an exemplary way of life and good reputation, who would have a lot to lose by such an admission. In your environment you must count as the one who is strong and competent. Yet, inside you, you feel that something is missing. You are in good company : Nicodemus, a highly situated and respected leader of the Jews was one such person. He feared his image among the people; so he went to Jesus by night (cf. John 3:1-21). It was a pity he couldn't pluck up enough courage to go openly, but being under cover of darkness was better than not going at all. His later life proved that. Follow his example! Get to know the Lord Jesus by reading the Bible: start with the gospels and then go on to the epistle to the Romans.

Perhaps you have had a lot of upsets in life and have nothing to lose in the way of reputation. The Lord Jesus died on the cross for the likes of you and is waiting for you to come. Kneel down and pray, to Him, confessing all the guilt of your life. Even if it means tears, don't be ashamed ! You, too, need to read the Bible. It has a message for everybody, "for all have sinned" and by accepting Him by faith as Saviour you can be "justified freely by His grace" (Romans 3:23-24).

Good Seed Calendar, December 12/05