The importance of rest

Life can leave us physically exhausted, emotionally drained, and spiritually empty. In this special summer episode of The Porch & The Pulpit, Sister Cheryl Tyndall Lee and Minister James A. Hunter explore Jesus' invitation in Matthew 11:28–30 to lay down our burdens and find true rest in Him.Together, they discuss why so many believers struggle with guilt when it comes to slowing down, how Jesus Himself modeled rest, and why Sabbath was never meant to be optional. Through biblical teaching, honest conversation, and practical encouragement, you'll discover that resting isn't stepping away from God—it's drawing closer to Him.If you've been carrying more than you were ever meant to bear, this conversation is your reminder that Jesus is still saying:"Come to Me... and I will give you rest."Scriptures: Matthew 11:28–30, Mark 6:31, Genesis 2:2–3, Exodus 20:8–11, Psalm 23:2–3, Isaiah 40:31 and more.