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Rest for the Ragged
The Psalms, though great, swelling songs to God, can often be raw and ragged. They are honest-to-life as well as honest-to-God. They give vent to sorrow and anguish as well as to exultation. Some people mistakenly think that life has to be going smoothly in order for them to worship. Not the psalmists! To be sure, they shout and sing with joy. But they also worship when their hearts are burdened with grief. Sometimes their songs are wrenched from their groaning.
Despite any burden or pressure you may have brought to this moment, let me encourage you to open your heart and worship Him who invites you: “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
The Heart of Praise
The Psalms, though great, swelling songs to God, can often be raw and ragged. They are honest-to-life as well as honest-to-God. They give vent to sorrow and anguish as well as to exultation. Some people mistakenly think that life has to be going smoothly in order for them to worship. Not the psalmists! To be sure, they shout and sing with joy. But they also worship when their hearts are burdened with grief. Sometimes their songs are wrenched from their groaning.
Despite any burden or pressure you may have brought to this moment, let me encourage you to open your heart and worship Him who invites you: “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
The Heart of Praise
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Pastor Jack Hayford points the way to the life-changing pathway of praise. No matter how you feel, praise will shape what your experiences will become. When doubts come, praise God that His Word will never fail you. When fears taunt, praise God that His presence never leaves you. When questions arise, praise God that His wisdom holds every answer. Praise leads you to the One who assures peace beyond strife, hope beyond trial, joy beyond sorrow, and life beyond all.
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We would like to thank Pastor Jack Hayford for providing this devotional. For more information, please visit: www.jackhayford.org
