The Barefoot Evangelist

Read Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 with your family.

Have you ever carried something that was just too heavy? Maybe it was a backpack full of books, a box that was too big, or even a younger brother or sister! After a while, your arms get tired and you wish someone would help.

Jesus knew that people can carry heavy things that you can’t even see. We carry worries. We carry sadness. We carry fear about getting things wrong. Sometimes we even think we have to solve every problem by ourselves. Jesus says, “Come to me… and I will give you rest.” He isn’t asking us to pretend life is easy. He is reminding us that we don’t have to carry everything alone.

Jesus also says that God’s truth isn’t just for people who think they know everything. Sometimes children understand God’s love better than grown-ups because they trust, ask questions, and are willing to learn. That’s one of the wonderful gifts children have.

This week, when something feels too heavy, stop for a moment and say, “Jesus, can You help me carry this?” Then look around. Maybe God will give you courage. Maybe He’ll send a friend. Maybe He’ll remind you that you are never carrying life’s heavy backpack by yourself.

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