Article February 28, 1931 Issue

The Invitation

M. ROSAMOND WRIGHT

Perhaps no words in the great Master's teachings have rung through the Christian churches during the intervening centuries with greater appeal to men than those found in the eleventh chapter of Matthew: "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden. ... For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." Throughout Jesus' ministry may be found example after example of his loving, tireless service for others, exemplifying the sincerity of his appeal to his followers: "Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls."

What is it that burdens one, and from which one seeks rest? Is it not belief in a mind apart from God, in the feeling of personal responsibility for one's own welfare and the welfare of others? What rest unspeakable when the burdened heart turns in childlike humility and teachableness to the Christ, Truth, with the desire to lay aside human plans and anxieties, and "learn of me," seeking the guidance of the Christ, and learning of God's plan and purpose, which always leads the persevering seeker gently away from darkness, doubt, and the depressing sense of failure into confidence, peace, and success!

They who walk faithfully in Jesus' footsteps accept his invitation and strive for the selfless meekness and modesty which alone enable his followers to heal the sick, to comfort the world-weary and sorrowing, and to reform the wayward ones, those who are tired of feeding upon the husks of human will and yearn for the Father's welcome. Every day brings its opportunity to lighten the burden of another, sometimes by a kindly word of encouragement, a smile or an extended hand where assistance is obviously needed, or a loving thought as we go about our duties, our own hearts filled with gratitude to God.

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