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Home/Biblical and Theological/True, Lasting Refreshment

True, Lasting Refreshment

Hiding brings shame, confession gives life.

Written by James Williams | Tuesday, October 6, 2020

May we not hide our sin or try to atone for it ourselves. Instead, let us bask in the mercy of Christ that is more refreshing than a change of season and more satisfying than ice cold water on a hot day. Rather than wallowing in the swamp of our own shame and guilt, let us drink deeply from the fountain of his grace and love.

 

A gentle rain washes my dusty sidewalk and quenches my thirsty grass. The suffocating humidity has given way to cool, crisp air as I head out for my morning run. Green yards are slowly being sprinkled with brown, red and yellow leaves falling from the trees. Fall is here, and I’m all for it.

There’s something refreshing about a change of season. There are many reasons I enjoy summer, but by this time of year I’m done with the heat, I’m done mowing grass, and I’m ready to bundle up next to a fire. Although temporary, the refreshment provided by a change of season is always welcome, especially during a difficult year.

A Lasting Refreshment

The reality, however, is that in a few months I’ll be sick of the cold and I’ll long for Spring. I’ll grow tired of raking leaves and be ready for green grass. There are many times of refreshment that promise much in this life, but only deliver temporary results. The hopes of a fresh start and New Year’s resolutions often fade by February.

However, there is a lasting refreshment provided by the Lord. We read about such refreshment in Proverbs: “Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil. It will be healing to your flesh and refreshment to your bones” (3:7-8).

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