There remains a rest for the people of God // Hebrews 4:9
Over a decade ago I was introduced to the beautiful hymn, “Jesus I am Resting, Resting”. Written in 1876 by Jean Sophia Pigott, whose brother was martyred in the Boxer Rebellion, this beautiful hymn was said to be one of Hudson Taylor’s favorites.
This simple yet profound hymn has gently reminded me of the truth and hope of Hebrews 4:9. As some of you know these past 8 months have been some of the most stressful behind the scenes for me for some very personal reasons and your prayers have been such a blessing during this season.
As this season gently concludes and the Lord has humbly answered several major prayers… rest and repair are even more treasured words and themes to my little heart.
I shared a reel this morning on instagram (click HERE to watch) with one of my favorite versions of this hymn and shared some sacred scenes from places and times I was crying out to the Lord with weeping and begging… and this hymn was brokenly sung through tears. I hope you will go over and watch and share with your community who may need this tender encouragement right now also.
These verses seem so particularly fitting for this season that I find myself in and this hymn seems to hold even more significance to my heart right now.
I hope that these words encourage your heart and soul today and bring rest and encouragement to the places of needed rest and repair. If there is anything I can pray for you about- please leave a comment so we can all be praying for you or drop me an email.
I am so grateful for this community.
The Lord will be the place of repair for His people //Joel 3
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