There are moments when silence is deafening, when loneliness isn’t just a feeling—it’s a weight. A shadow that follows you everywhere. I found myself in that place, buried under emotional exhaustion and spiritual numbness. I Was Alone – Then God Showed Me This: Matthew 11:28. What happened next changed everything. It was a divine encounter that left me in shock, awe, and filled with a prophetic sense of purpose I never imagined.
I Was Alone – The Depth of My Despair
The Hidden Battle No One Sees
Outwardly, I was functioning. Smiling. Going through the motions. But inside, I was breaking. There was an ache that couldn’t be filled by distraction, people, or even prayer—at least not the way I had been praying. I felt spiritually disconnected, as if heaven had gone silent.
Isolation That Feels Like a Tomb
When you’re in a season like that, even the smallest tasks feel like mountains. I remember lying on my bed, staring at the ceiling, and thinking, “Is this all there is?” That’s when I reached a point of surrender—not a polished, eloquent one. Just raw. Desperate. Honest.
When Scripture Comes Alive
Matthew 11:28 – A Voice, Not Just a Verse
“Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.”
I’d read this scripture dozens of times. But that day, it came alive. It was like the words leapt off the page and wrapped around my heart. I didn’t just read it—I heard it. It wasn’t a generic promise. It was personal. It was prophetic.
A Divine Personalization
In that moment, I felt God wasn’t speaking to the world—He was speaking to me.
“You. Yes, you. Come to Me. You’re tired. You’re carrying too much. Let Me carry you.”
And that’s exactly what He began to do.
The Encounter: Holy Ground in an Ordinary Room
An Unseen Presence Fills the Space
It started with a stillness. Not the eerie kind—but sacred. My room, once filled with tension and heaviness, suddenly felt holy. I felt peace—not just emotionally, but physically. I can only describe it as a blanket of presence settling over me.
Shock and Awe in the Spirit
I wasn’t expecting it. I wasn’t praying loud or worshiping with music blasting. It was quiet. Unassuming. But the atmosphere was electric. My heart began to pound. Tears fell uncontrollably. I knew—God was there. Tangibly. Nearer than my breath.
A Prophetic Message for the Weary
Words From the Heart of God
As I sat in awe, I felt Him speak—not audibly, but deeper than sound. Into my soul.
“You are not alone. I see you. I have not forgotten you. I have carried every tear, every sigh, every silent cry.”
This wasn’t comfort—it was transformation. Those words began to heal places in me I didn’t know were broken.
It Wasn’t Just a Moment—It Was a Shift
From that night on, something in me changed. I no longer felt invisible. I no longer felt abandoned. I felt chosen. Seen. Called.
The Healing Process
Layers of Burden Unraveling
Healing didn’t happen all at once, but that encounter marked the beginning. As days passed, I kept returning to Matthew 11:28. I wrote it on sticky notes. I whispered it during anxiety attacks. I claimed it when fear tried to return.
Practical Steps I Took After the Encounter
- Journaling: I started documenting moments when I felt God speaking or moving.
- Stillness: I prioritized quiet moments just to be with Him—not perform.
- Scripture Immersion: I didn’t just read—I meditated, letting the Word wash over me slowly.
- Worship Without Words: Sometimes, just sitting in God’s presence with worship music playing did more than a thousand words.
You Might Be Where I Was
Maybe You’re Carrying Too Much
If you’re weary—emotionally, mentally, spiritually—I want you to hear this: God is calling you, just like He called me. The invitation still stands:
“Come to Me…”
He doesn’t need you to have the right words. You don’t have to “feel spiritual.” Just come. As you are.
He’s Not Asking You to Perform
He’s asking you to rest. To surrender. To trust that He sees the burdens no one else does—and He wants to carry them with you.
When God Shows Up
It’s Never Just for You
Yes, God met me in my brokenness. But I know this encounter wasn’t just for me. It was for you, for someone who would read these words and realize—you’re not alone. God still visits ordinary rooms. He still heals broken hearts. He still speaks through the silence.
The Prophetic Echo
What He whispered to me, I now speak over you:
“You are not forgotten. You are loved. You are mine.”
Final Reflection: Come to Me
This wasn’t the result of religious effort. It was grace. Pure, overwhelming grace. And it all began with the verse I thought I knew:
“Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
If you’ve been longing for a sign, maybe this is it. If you’ve been waiting for a word, maybe this is the one. If you’ve been carrying too much for too long, maybe this is your invitation to let go.
Come. He’s waiting. And He’s ready to show you what only heaven can reveal.
Bonus: A Prayer for the Weary Soul
Father,
I come to You tired, worn, and burdened. I lay down what I’ve carried alone for far too long. Meet me in the silence. Heal the places I’ve hidden. Speak life into the dead areas of my heart.
I receive Your rest, Your peace, and Your presence.
Thank You for loving me in my weakest moment.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God choose to show up when you were at your lowest?
God is near to the broken hearted (Psalm 34:18). Often, it’s in our most desperate moments that we finally let go of control and allow Him to fully move. He doesn’t wait for us to “get it all together”—He comes right where we are, especially when we feel like we’re at the end of ourselves.
What does “rest” in Matthew 11:28 actually mean?
The “rest” Jesus offers isn’t just physical—it’s emotional, mental, and spiritual. It’s a deep inner peace that the world can’t give and circumstances can’t take away. It’s the kind of rest that quiets fear, silences anxiety, and heals the soul from the inside out.
What should I do if I feel like I’ve strayed too far from God?
No one is ever too far gone. The story of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15) is proof of that. God’s arms are always open. One sincere prayer, one turn of your heart, and He’ll meet you with mercy, not shame. Don’t wait until you’re “cleaned up.” Come as you are. He does the cleaning.
