Article November 1, 2013

Freedom from stress

Originally published in the March 30, 1978 issue of The Christian Science Monitor

“Too much” and “too little” sometimes characterize the pace of today's living. There's too much to do and too little time to do it in.

Many women are getting jobs and still have to perform traditional household chores as well. Students and businessmen face “impossible” project deadlines. At certain seasons a farmer may have to work almost around the clock. In fact, most of us have longed at one time or another for relief from the burden of responsibility. How sweet at those times is the promise of Christ Jesus, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matt. 11:28 But does that seem too idealistic and impractical?

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