January 4

Thus says the Lord, ‘Heaven is My throne, and the earth is My footstool. Where then is a house you could build for Me? And where is a place that I may rest? For My hand made all these things, thus all these things came into being,” declares the Lord. But to this one I will look, to him who is humble and contrite of spirit, and who trembles at My word. Isaiah 66:1,2.

The thought of the Creator needing some rest is both reassuring and startling. Yet, we know He rested on the seventh day. What is far more important is the suggestion that He looks to the humble and contrite of spirit for a place of rest. Oh how I want Him to rest in me! Come, Lord Jesus, I am available for Your rest!

As much as I want to be a restful place for Him, I also realize that I bring much confusion and other baggage into my life. Can He still rest in the presence of my imperfect behavior? I believe the answer is a resounding “Yes.” I only have to realize that the Holy Spirit already resides in my heart. He has come to me by His own choice in response to my faith placed in Jesus. He provides a safe sanctuary for my Lord.

Today, Father, may You find rest in my heart. You alone can produce a humble and contrite spirit within my spirit. The busy-ness of the day can be replaced by the quietness of Your Spirit. And I also will find rest. We will rest together. We will share Your words, and I fully expect to tremble! Thank You and Amen.
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