Thomas a Kempis the great 14th-15th century writer said this: 'nothing will ever bring you rest, except being closely united to Jesus.'
We live in a time when people are applauded for their pursuits. Men and women alike are applauded for pursuing a sports championships. There is great applause when someone pursues the goal of running a marathon or climbing a mountian, or paying off all their debt or ....
Let us as parents and leaders applaud those who 110% pursue Christ and find their rest in Him and in Him alone.
