JESUS OFFERS REST
JESUS OFFERS REST TO THE HEAVY-LADEN SOUL
Matthew 11:28-30 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
What can make our soul heavy laden?
- Feelings of guilt and shame regarding our sins
- Thoughts of life as meaningless; Just going through the motions
- Trials and afflictions
- Worry about the future
How does a heavy-laden soul affect us as a person?
- We lose our hope and joy.
- Our spirit is quenched.
- Our relationships with God and others are hindered.
- We become lethargic. We do not feel like doing anything.
- We become discouraged and depressed.
- We isolate ourselves even more.
Jesus sees the toil and sorrow that weighs on every soul. He is not fooled by outward appearance. He can see straight into the soul. He also has a remedy prepared for each person who comes to Him. He is our Great Physician; He is the Balm in Gilead. Jer. 8:22
What hinders people from coming to Jesus for rest?
Pride – Even when we are at our worst, we have a fix-it-yourself attitude. We think we can fix it without humbling ourselves and coming to Jesus. After Matthew, the publican, began following Jesus, many of his friends came to Jesus. The Pharisees criticized Jesus. Jesus responded to them by saying, they that be whole need not a physician, but they that are sick. Matthew 9:12. Jesus would not help those Pharisees who considered themselves “whole.” But Jesus delights in helping those who come to Him for forgiveness and healing, who bring their burdens and worries [RC1] to Him.
Hebrews 4:15-16 For we have not an high priest [Jesus] which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
July 1 st through August 12 th
Every Wednesday 6:30 – 8:00 pm
3 years old thru entering 6 th grade
JUMP IN WITH US FOR Games, Crafts, Music and Bible Lessons.
AWANA WORKERS MEETING
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 @ 10 AM
ANYONE INTERESTED MAY ATTEND
Ladies’ Fellowship and Bible Study
What to wear to the war; a study in Christian armor.
Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:00 AM
All ladies are welcome including visitors
THE NEXT STEP
RU Meets Fridays at 7 PM / Sundays at 9:30 AM
Take your Christian Life to the Next Level.
- Study through the Fruit of the Spirit.
- Find fellowship with other growing believers.
- Strengthen and revive your walk with God.
- Develop a personal, dynamic love relationship with Christ.
FOOD BANK
After each service, we make available to families in need one bag of non-perishable groceries (limited to one bag per month). To help us keep our pantry stocked we welcome you to bring in non-perishable items. Please bring your items to the front foyer and let an usher know. Richard and Judy Sabin oversee this ministry.
Since 1959 … PREACHING the BIBLE
… the WHOLE BIBLE
… and NOTHING but the BIBLE!
Pastor Alfred King
2855 N. Craycroft Rd. Tucson, AZ 85712
Church Office Phone: 327-5938
Ron Cox – RU Recovery 248-5216
Sunday Services at 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, & 6 PM
Wednesday Services at 7 PM
(AWANA & Youth Ministries at 6:30 PM)
Ladies Fellowship and Bible Study: Thursdays at 9:30 AM
RU Recovery: Fridays at 7 PM
Visitation: Saturdays at 9:30 AM
After each service, audio and/or video is available on our web site:
facebook.com/ntbctucson
