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Bible Quote by Theodore L. Cuyler

“The Princess Elizabeth, of England, was found dead with her head resting on her Bible, open at these words, "Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." So may we all fall asleep at last when the day's work for Jesus is over, and wake up in heaven to find…” quote by Theodore L. Cuyler
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“The Princess Elizabeth, of England, was found dead with her head resting on her Bible, open at these words, "Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." So may we all fall asleep at last when the day's work for Jesus is over, and wake up in heaven to find ourselves in the delicious rest that remaineth for the people of God.”

Theodore L. Cuyler

About This Quote

Source Sermon: Evening Devotion, 1885

Jesus offers spiritual rest to those burdened by life's labor, promising peace beyond death.

In simple terms: Jesus offers rest to the weary.

Key Takeaway

Seek spiritual rest through faith.

Themes

faith rest spirituality

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

religious inspirational

When to use this quote

  • daily stress
  • grief coping
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

theology comfort afterlife

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “rest” mean to you?
  • How can you cultivate inner peace?
A Different Perspective

Rest may feel elusive without personal belief.

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