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EPISODE · Aug 19, 2025 · 34 MIN

Anchored to the Word: Matthew 11:28-30

from Santa Maria Foursquare Church · host SM4.org

Life is heavy sometimes. We carry burdens of pain, loss, guilt, stress, or just the weight of trying to hold everything together. But in Matthew 11:28–30, Jesus gives us an invitation: “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” He doesn’t just offer us comfort — He offers us an exchange. In this message, you’ll hear the story of how Jesus met Josh in the middle of deep hurt, grief, and anger, and turned those burdens into blessings. This is the same invitation He extends to each of us: to lay down what we can’t carry and receive His life, His peace, and His love in return. You’ll learn: • Three exchanges that Jesus offers • Why following Jesus isn’t about carrying more — it’s about learning His unforced rhythms of grace • How the Holy Spirit walks with us daily, helping us in weakness and reminding us we are never alone • Why God isn’t afraid of our questions, doubts, or pain — He invites us to bring it all to Him 🎧 Watch the full message and discover the exchange Jesus has for you 🔔 Subscribe for messages that will keep you anchored in God’s Word 🙏 Share this with someone who needs to know: they don’t have to carry it all alone 🌐 sm4.org | Instagram: @santamariafoursquare SOON TO BE VIDA CHURCH!

Life is heavy sometimes. We carry burdens of pain, loss, guilt, stress, or just the weight of trying to hold everything together. But in Matthew 11:28–30, Jesus gives us an invitation: “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” He doesn’t just offer us comfort — He offers us an exchange. In this message, you’ll hear the story of how Jesus met Josh in the middle of deep hurt, grief, and anger, and turned those burdens into blessings. This is the same invitation He extends to each of us: to lay down what we can’t carry and receive His life, His peace, and His love in return. You’ll learn:• Three exchanges that Jesus offers• Why following Jesus isn’t about carrying more — it’s about learning His unforced rhythms of grace• How the Holy Spirit walks with us daily, helping us in weakness and reminding us we are never alone• Why God isn’t afraid of our questions, doubts, or pain — He invites us to bring it all to Him 🎧 Watch the full message and discover the exchange Jesus has for you🔔 Subscribe for messages that will keep you anchored in God’s Word🙏 Share this with someone who needs to know: they don’t have to carry it all alone🌐 sm4.org | Instagram: @santamariafoursquareSOON TO BE VIDA CHURCH!

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Life is heavy sometimes. We carry burdens of pain, loss, guilt, stress, or just the weight of trying to hold everything together. But in Matthew 11:28–30, Jesus gives us an invitation: “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give...

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