Anything GoesSample

Have you ever carried a really heavy backpack? The best feeling is finally setting it down or taking out the stuff you don’t need. Following Jesus is a lot like that! He invites us to let go of the things that weigh us down—like guilt, pressure, or perfectionism. Even though we know that to be true, sometimes, we start adding those heavy things back in. The author reminds us that Jesus doesn’t ask us to live under that kind of pressure. Faith isn’t about what we can do to earn God’s love; it’s about living in the freedom of knowing you are already loved.

Think about something in your life that feels like a heavy burden. Take a moment to pray, journal, or just talk to God about it. Ask for help in letting go and embracing the kind of true freedom Jesus offers.