Saturday, November 09, 2013

Why bother getting in touch with God?

Why bother getting in touch with God? It is so confusing, so many different takes on how to do it, or even who God is. And he can be so vague and ambiguous! Some people sound so sure about it, but it’s not that way for me. I’ve had people try to control me and oppose me with their “god-talk”. It’s enough to make a person want to throw up their hands and forget it all!

I find solace in just going back and reading the Bible. Some parts of the Bible are confusing too, but many parts are deeply meaningful and convicting. One such passage is Isaiah 55. Try reading it and see if you agree—the words are compelling and comforting, a simple invitation, words that Jesus must have had in mind when he said:

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. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. –Matthew 11:28-30


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