Thoughts For Your Growth
Why Does the Easy Yoke of Jesus Seem So Hard?
Have you ever thought about Jesus' command to take on his yoke and burden and wondered what He meant when he promised it would be “easy” and “light.” Anyone who’s been a Christian for any significant time will tell you that following Jesus isn’t always easy. It costs a lot! It takes all of your effort! By choosing the narrow road to life, you invite upon yourself all kinds of trials, hardships, and suffering.
So what is Jesus talking about in Matthew 11:29-30 when he promised that His Way is actually the easy one?