Heralds Digest

  “And the apostles gathered themselves together unto Jesus, and told him all things, both what they had done, and what they had taught. And he said unto them, Come ye yourselves apart into a desert place, and rest a while: for there were many coming and going, and they had no leisure so much as to eat.” Mark 6 : 30 - 31 KJV  Besides going to Church every Sunday as a symbolism of keeping the Sabbath day, appearances in God’s presence as a congregation provides the opportunity of worship and spiritual refreshment. Actually, a fruitful child of God has a faithful fellowship with God every day. The disciples here had narrated to Jesus Christ how they had performed on the mission field, expecting commendations…but a communion with God for spiritual nourishment was rather recommended. Likewise today, life readily serves consistent engagement at home, workplaces, and the society. And without a conscious take on the resetting rest, faithful workers are commended with more work an...

  “ Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all things, both what they had done and what they had taught. And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while.” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat .” Mark 6 : 30 - 31   Life’s performance metrics often appear to go by the quantity of mental or physical activities. The apostles had returned from the field with their proud accounts of “all things, both what they had done and what they had taught”, expecting the normal commendation. And while the commendation on life’s excellent performance, great administrative capabilities, and great resource management skills is really not out of place, Jesus’ emphasis on quiet time as life’s victorious virtue is more profound. And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while”. By always doing otherwise is tantamount to running life completely with a show of mechanical skills, h...