The Spinners sang that back in ’78. There are people working their way back to their loved ones. People will reinvent themselves just to regain what they’ve lost. And it’s good to find our footing if we’ve strayed.
Throughout the ages, God’s people, the Israelites, have tried many times to get their relationship with Him back on track. They’ve succeeded and failed too. To skip this process, God made a way: He sent His Son, Jesus, to clear the way back to the Father. He died for us all, and has promised to work in our hearts to keep us on track.
In other words, we don’t have to work at pleasing God or at getting on His good list because we’re already there! He didn’t exclude you, or you! Jesus died for you and took your sins upon Himself so you wouldn’t have to. You don’t have to work your way to His heart. Just give it to Him. Walk with Him daily.
Today is Labor Day-rest from work. God has given us rest from works. “For he that is entered into his rest, he also hath ceases from his own works, as God did from his” (Hebrews 4:10).
Upon the cross, Jesus said, “It is finished” (John 19:30). Our strife and sacrifices are done away with. If you think you need to crawl on your knees, walk on your head, drag yourself or cut yourself, or make any other self-inflicting sacrifice, for miles to please God or to appease him, cast them all aside! Jesus paid it all!
All we need do is BELIEVE! Anyone who tells you otherwise, is WRONG! Yes, we follow Him and serve Him, but as far as acceptance is concerned, He’s known you before He laid the foundations of the earth! You’re that special to Him! So, chill. Eat a burger or a salad! Celebrate your rest day from trying to gain God’s approval. Nothing we do will get God to love us more, nor draw us closer to Him than what we currently are.
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28).
God Bless!
Sam