Ah, summer! Students (and teachers!) anxiously await the break from the routine of classes. Individuals and families embark on long-awaited vacations. Fishing poles and golf clubs are put to good use. Grandparents look forward to visiting grandchildren (and their parents!). Ah, summer—a time to relax! Relaxing in this way is good, but as Christians we realize that true rest and relaxation come only in Jesus Christ. Only as we rest in the work He has done for us, do we discover true rest.

Enjoy the relaxing days of summer and, above all, resting in Jesus’ work of salvation. As you hear the sweet Gospel in your daily devotions and public worship, why not plan on inviting others into that rest? Plan a fishing or golf outing, a barbecue or get-together and invite an unchurched friend or neighbor. May God use you to bring true rest to them!

Mark Gerken, Executive Assistant

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