Matthew 11:25-30
New International Version (NIV)
The Father Revealed in the Son
25 At that time Jesus said, “I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children. 26 Yes, Father, for this is what you were pleased to do.28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Recently, I attended my first Christian writers’ conference in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. It was a wonderful experience, meeting other writers and learning from some of the best professionals in the publishing business. Each day we rushed from one lecture to the next, hoping to learn more about our craft. At mealtime, we had the opportunity to sit at a table with one of the various writers who were members of the faculty, which provided yet more time to learn. In most professions, those who are serious about their calling never pass up a chance to learn from the masters of their craft.
If we as Christians are serious about our calling, we will never pass up the opportunity to learn from our Master, Jesus Christ. Each day, we will be eager to dine at his table, sharing the Bread of Life. Just as we writers sought opportunities to commune with other, more experienced writers, Christians have the opportunity to commune with God.
We have God’s written word readily available to us. By we can get to know God better and deepen our commitment to follow in the way of Jesus.