This word is submitted by Gerdi Marais (gm@raphacareer.co.za)

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                            Rest

It doesn't matter how fierce the winds of opposition blow, it can never
change My plans for you. The calling stays unmoved, so keep walking on.
My child, when you are tired and weary, come rest in My arms. You don't
have to perform for Me, let Me just comfort you.

When the world out there criticizes and condemns, just know that My heart 
towards you has not changed and that I am for and not against you.

Do you think you can earn My love?  Do you think you can earn grace?
Why never!  I have given Myself to you as a promise forever and I will 
never leave nor forsake you.

Rest now My child, My beloved, My dear one. I love you forever!