Laying Down Heavy Burdens
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Laying Down Heavy Burdens

B1IntermediateOctober 7, 20264 min
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Read: Psalm 121; Matthew 11:28-30 James was happy to be camping with his dad, but… “How much further do we have to walk?” His backpack was making him lean forward, and he felt a little like a turtle. Maybe he had overpacked. His dad smiled. “Not too much further, bud. You’ve got this.” James wanted to be strong and make his dad proud. They didn’t see each other often since his parents got divorced. But the weight was really getting to him. “Almost there.” Dad quickened his steps. When they r...

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My parents got divorced, and sometimes I get so sad, I can't do anything. It's too much for me. Thinking about your parents' trouble is a heavy weight. Why not give it to Jesus? My name is Zach and this is Keys for Kids. Thanks for tuning in. You know, last week my friends played a funny joke on me.

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They hid a huge brick in the bottom of my backpack. I lugged that brick around school all day wondering why I was getting so tired. But carrying extra emotional weight is no laughing matter. If you've been worried about something or feeling down, remember that Jesus wants to

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help you. First Peter five seven says, give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you. And now our story. It's entitled laying down heavy burdens.

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