Date: Wednesday, 24th September, 2025
Text: 1 Peter 5:7
Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan
Exhortation:
Every day, each of us carries visible and invisible burdens—worries about family, finances, health, or relationships. These weights can quietly wear us down. But there is a wise and secure way to carry our burdens: give them to the One who already bore the greatest burden for us—Jesus Christ, the Burden Bearer.
Joseph Scriven captured this truth in his beloved hymn:
“Are we weak and heavy-laden,
Cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Savior, still our refuge—
Take it to the Lord in prayer.”
Long before our present troubles, Christ carried the heaviest load at Calvary. Scripture declares:
“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.” (Isaiah 53:5-6, KJV)
Because He bore our sin and sorrow, we can confidently obey this tender command:
“Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.” (1 Peter 5:7, KJV)
Your anxiety, shame, pain, and confusion have already been laid on Jesus. Because He was wounded, you can be healed. Because He was bruised, you can be restored. Because He bore your iniquity, you can walk free.
Whenever friends forsake you or situations seem unbearable, run to Christ in prayer. In His arms you will find solace, strength, and a shield from life’s storms.
Action Nugget: Ask the Lord to help you trust His finished work on the cross and to truly cast your anxieties on Him, knowing He cares for you.
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