To every toiling, heavy-laden sinner, Jesus says, Come to…
“To every toiling, heavy-laden sinner, Jesus says, Come to me and rest. But there are many toiling, heavy-laden believers, too. For them this same invitation is meant. Note well the words of Jesus, if you are heavy-laden with your service, and do not mistake it. It is not, Go, labor on, as perhaps you imagine. On the contrary, it is stop, turn back, Come to me and rest. Never, never did Christ send a heavy laden one to work; never, never did He send a hungry one, a weary one, a sick or sorrowing one, away on any service. For such the Bible only says, Come, come, come.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Jesus invites those burdened by life or service to find rest in Him, not to continue exhausting labor.
In simple terms: Find rest in Christ, not endless work.
Key Takeaway
Seek spiritual rest, not more toil.
Themes
faith
rest
service
burden
spirituality
Mood
contemplative
reverent
encouraging
Type
scriptural
pastoral
inspirational
When to use this quote
- pastoral counseling
- personal burnout
- mission work
- daily stress
- spiritual retreats
Key Concepts
Grace
sabbath
dependence
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you mistaking service for suffering?
- How can you practice rest without guilt?
A Different Perspective
Rest is not a pause from purpose but a renewal of strength.