There are times in your life
when all that you could do is rest.
You cannot love,
you cannot dream,
you don’t know where to start,
and you don’t know where to go.
You want to change your life,
but you’re too weak to move,
you’re too lost to think,
too hurt to heal,
too tired to even pray.
Rest then O heart,
and rest then O soul,
for the journey has been too much for you,
and the world has left you wounded
and alone.
Sleep then for a while,
let go of all your woes.
Lie down in trust,
and let your tears flow down
as they should.
Somebody’s watching,
Somebody’s catching your every tear.
Fear not, for in the quiet of the night
you’re in the arms of Him
who loves you most.
Think not of your worries,
think not of your wounds,
for they shall be healed.
In time shall you find comfort,
and you shall find peace.
O blessed peace,
claim your portion and your strength.
May your soul know what stillness means,
and may the very marrow of your bones
find ease.
Time has come to stop your restless wanderings,
and for all the useless work to cease.
Let God work while you are sleeping,
and in the morning
may you find all things new and sweet.
“Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” – Matthew 11:28-30, NRSVCE
You may also want to read: “Come To Me, All You Who Are Weary and Burdened”.
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4 thoughts on “When You’re Too Tired To Hope”
Beautiful, as a cancer survivor, multiple brain surgeries, l am tired all the time. I also am a poor sinner who does the things l wish I wouldn’t and can’t seem to do the things I should. It can be a very hopeless feeling.
Thank you! May God bless you and keep you. In the toughest of days, may you find hope and consolation in His infinite love and mercy.
Thanks. I really needed this right now.
Thank you for reading the poem I wrote. God bless you!