Come!

 March 27, 2023 Monday Message:

Matthew 11:28 NLT: “Then Jesus said, ‘Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.’”

When life gets us down, Jesus says, “Come to me.” He says, “I will refresh you,” or “I will give you rest.” Think about it – This promise of peace could not be offered by any human. Only God can perform a miracle in our lives. Turning to Jesus should be our first move, not our last resort!

Jesus calls everyone: “Come.” He refuses no one and sends no one away empty-handed. Spurgeon writes, “To Jesus himself we must come, by a personal trust. Not to doctrine, ordinance, nor ministry are we to come first; but to the personal Savior.” Come directly to Jesus. There we will find rest for our souls!

In Jesus’ day, their religion placed many burdens on people. Jesus confidently told his followers that perfect adherence to the laws and religious traditions was unrealistic. Instead just love the Lord, love your neighbor and follow me, Jesus! He simplified our path to the hereafter!

Pastor Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship

Overflowing Agenda!

For Friday, October 22, 2021

Matthew 11:28 NLT: Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”

It’s really hard to tell someone ‘no!’ Christians aren’t very good at it! Many people tend to over-promise and under-deliver. They’re probably not bad people; simply over-burdened. Their agenda is overflowing. They’d like to be a super-hero at work, for their spouse and for their kids, but there are only 24 hours in a day. Burning the candle at both ends just makes things worse.

Jesus has a better way. The Message translates it like this, Jesus speaking: “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.”

There’s the wrong way, and then there’s Jesus’ way. His way is always better!

Pastor Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship, 3249 30th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55406

Come to Me...

For Sunday, December 6, 2020

Matthew 11:28 NLT: “Then Jesus said, 'Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.'”

Life can be rough! Sometimes we need a break, a diversion, and Jesus is the perfect respite. The saying, “Let go and let God,” fits well in this situation.

The Message Bible goes into more detail, Jesus speaking: “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.”

Jesus' legacy offers us help in this life, and hope for the next life!

Blessings and safety on this Sabbath!

Pastor Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship

3249 30^th Ave. S.

Minneapolis, MN 55406