God meets us exactly where we are. He does not tell us to clean ourselves up first or fix all the messes in our lives before coming to Him. He does not demand that we be good enough, strong enough, or put-together enough. Instead, He simply says, come.

Jesus’ invitation is clear and compassionate:

“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

Matthew 11:28 (ESV)

If you are tired—physically, emotionally, or spiritually—He invites you to come and rest. If you are hurting, He does not turn away from your pain. Scripture reminds us that,

“The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.”

Psalm 34:18 (ESV)

If you feel lost, you are not forgotten. Jesus describes Himself as the Good Shepherd who actively seeks those who have wandered:

“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”

Luke 19:10 (ESV)

If you feel broken, God is not repelled by your cracks and scars. He is the one who restores:

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

Psalm 147:3 (ESV)

If you feel lonely, unseen, or abandoned, God promises His presence. He does not keep His distance or offer empty words. He draws near:

“I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Hebrews 13:5 (ESV)

God’s invitation is not conditional. It is not based on performance, perfection, or progress. It is rooted in grace. Over and over, Scripture reveals a God who moves toward us, not away from us—who steps into our weakness with compassion and love.

No matter where you find yourself today—exhausted, grieving, confused, struggling, or simply worn down—God’s message remains the same: Come to Me. He meets you exactly where you are, and He walks with you from there.

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