Gospel Encounters: Rest

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It can be easy to let the busyness of life (and our long todo lists!) distract us from the most important thing - spending time with Jesus and listening to his word. Luke 10:38-42 describes the encounter Jesus had with Mary and Martha. Mary spent time with Jesus whilst Martha busied herself... do we identify with either of these women? God wants us to start 'in rest'; to be in a place of peace, stillness and quiet. We don't confuse rest with inactivity, but we know that The Lord 'leads us beside peaceful streams' and renews our strength as we rest in Him.