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Anchor House Week 23 - Rest

I couldn't think of a better topic this week than rest. Chaplain Trish recently took a break from Anchor House and visited New York City with her daughters and grandson. It was the first real vacation she has enjoyed since COVID turned the world upside down. 

 If anyone deserved a rest it is Trish. She pours her heart and soul out on this mission. Each day she chooses to love God and love his people through Anchor House. 

 While she was gone, some of the regulars would ask where she was. When I'd share that she was on vacation, they would all say something like, "good for her" or "she deserves it." It was a testament to the respect they have for her. 

 Rest is a vital aspect of our Christian walk. Sometimes where God has called us to serve is demanding of our time. It can sometimes be difficult to take a vacation or take a day off. Jesus tells us to go to him. He says He will provide us rest. 

 In Matthew 11:28 Jesus says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." He is the source of our rest. He wants us to seek Him and put our trust in Him. Lay down the worries and concerns we may have. Turn our exhaustion over to him and allow him to take over. 

 To really experience rest, we need to surrender. Quit holding on to the things on our "to do" list or worries about what may happen while we rest. Trust in our Heavenly Father who promises to give us rest. 

 Be blessed and be a blessing, 
Matt
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