" . . . my burden is light." Matthew 11:30
Every child of God is called to bear burdens in this life. We are to bear one another's burdens; and then there are burdens which we alone can bear (Galatians 6:2,5). However, these burdens are given for a purpose (Romans 8:28). They develop our Christian character and are a part of God's wise design to prevent tragedy in our lives. Are you bowed down under a heavy burden, sickness, sorrow, problems or care? Then remember, they all work together for good - and God will never give you greater trials than you are able to bear (1 Corinthians 10:13). If we had no burdens we would soon forget our need of Him and be swept away by the temptations of life.
Dr. Lambie, that greatly blessed medical missionary to Abyssinia, once told of a valuable lesson he learned form the natives. Lacking bridges, they were often compelled to wade across swollen streams to reach their destination. The current was swift and there was constant danger of being swept off their feet into deeper water or among treacherous rocks. The weight of the human body being only slightly heavier than water, it was difficult to maintain a foothold when waist deep in the stream. The natives therefore solved the problem by slinging a sack of stone over their shoulder for extra ballast to weigh them down so their feet would not slip. When they reached the other side, they emptied the sack on the bank. So, too, the Lord places upon us burdens which seem to weigh us down, but in reality keep us from slipping and falling. So trust Him and believe that He lays no burden upon you heavier than is necessary to keep you safe.
One of these days when we reach the other side we will lay all our burdens down and then we shall understand. Our Lord knows exactly how much we can bear, and how much we need to carry us through. may we with David say, "I have trusted also int he Lord; therefore I shall not slide" (Psalm 26:1).
"Bread For Each Day"
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