He lets me rest in green meadows;
he leads me beside peaceful streams.
He renews my strength.
He guides me along right paths,
bringing honor to his name.
Psalm 23:2-3a NLT
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Thou hast made us for Thyself, O Lord;
and our heart is restless until it rests in Thee.
Augustine
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Those who live in the shelter of the Most High
will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
Psalm 91:1 NLT
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Our rest lies in looking to the Lord, not to ourselves.
Watchman Nee
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Then Jesus said,
“Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens,
and I will give you rest.
Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you,
because I am humble and gentle at heart,
and you will find rest for your souls.
Matthew 11:28-29 NLT
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Christ’s invitation to the weary and heavy-laden is a call
to begin life over again upon a new principle–upon His own principle.
“Watch My way of doing things,” He says.
“Follow Me. Take life as I take it.
Be meek and lowly, and you will find Rest.”
Henry Drummond
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“Good Shepherd,
You tend to our tired souls.
Lead us beside still waters where we can be restored.
Let Your Word be our daily bread, nourishing us with peace.
As we rest in Your pasture,
fill our hearts with gratitude and our spirits with joy.
Guide us on paths of righteousness
with a renewal of purpose and grace.
Amen.”