Weekly Devotional from
Pastor Eddie Jenkins
Wednesday, March11, 2026
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 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. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light" (Matthew11:28-30).
Temptations, trials, suffering. We’ve all experienced them. Even as Christians—and sometimes specifically because we’re Christian—we must endure pain, whether through loss, bankruptcy, unemployment, or a broken relationship. While no one is immune to hard times, believers are empowered through the Holy Spirit to endure them.
Psalm 46:10 says, “Cease striving and know that I am God.” The King James Version uses the expression “be still,” indicating that our best response to disappointments is to trust in the Lord. How humbling it is to know that God’s children have a direct communication line to the Father, even in the midst of trouble. We don’t have to respond like the world, with anger, depression, and revenge. Nor do we have to fix everything in our own strength.
Sure, we will still be tempted by the flesh. But as we “cease striving,” we’ll learn to trust in Him more each day. The truth is, hardship doesn’t form character; rather, it reveals character. One of the most common responses to difficulty is anger. In moments of frustration, we run the risk of making impulsive decisions that could impact the rest of our life.
But instead of getting caught up in emotion, we should wisely be still and trust in the One who can work everything for our good. In Romans 8:28, Paul wrote: "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."
In this world, troubles won’t vanish. Remember, Jesus said in John 16:33: "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." But when storms are brewing on the horizon, buckle up and trust God to guide you through. Only in Him can you truly “cease striving.”
The words of Jesus in Matthew 11 are a tremendous source of peace and comfort as well as gracious words of invitation from our Lord. Why not accept His invitation and rest in Him? In the words of an old gospel hymn:
There's room at the cross for you
There's room at the cross for you
Though millions have come
There's still room for one
Yes, there's room at the cross for you.
HAVE A GREAT WEEK WITH JESUS!
Pastor Eddie Jenkins
