Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. –Matthew 11:28, 29
These days when we are not feeling well and we go to the doctor we may be referred to a specialist. That is a concise approach to whatever the problem may be, for not just any doctor may be able to handle the problem. When it comes to a major health issue, perhaps something that threatens life itself, we want the best and most qualified doctor available. If you had a condition that required a rare and delicate procedure you would seek out the most capable specialist available; someone who specializes in that particular surgery. Furthermore, you would probably be willing to travel a great distance to have the surgery done. Taking such a course could mean the difference between life and death.
For those suffering from sin, discouragement, and hopelessness, there is a specialist who is available: Jesus Christ. He is able to deliver us from the chains of despair that keep us from the abundant life that is obtainable to all. Unfortunately, some go to some other source in search of the help they need. Countless people turn to drugs, alcohol, and possessions to try and fill the void in their lives. In the end they become emptier than when they began. Those fake remedies not only create more problems, but they end up enslaving people in the process. Jesus our Savior is the ultimate specialist who can break the power of sin’s stronghold. Christ overcomes, snaps the chains that bind us, and frees us to walk forward in spiritual victory.
Stop trying to overcome the stresses and trials of life on your own strength; go to the Specialist. Cease from attempting to handle on your own power the discouragement we so often face; go to the Specialist. Make a decision to no longer try to handle on your own the temptations and fears that are thrown at us every day; go to the Specialist. There is no need to make an appointment, for He is always available. There is no need to wait in line, for He is ready to help at a moment’s notice. There is no fear of Him refusing us, for He promised that He will not turn us away (John 6:37). The Lord is willing and ready to receive us and grant to us forgiveness and a brand new start on life.
Why would we continue struggling with the same afflictions that have for so long held us down and kept us from finding peace and contentment? If we were sick, we’d go to the doctor. If the doctor couldn’t help we’d seek out a specialist. Jesus Christ can give us new life and new hope. Stop wandering through life and let Him into your heart.
You will not regret letting Christ into your life. New life is waiting. Joy and peace are available. Just go to the Specialist.
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