Rest is a blessing which properly belongs to the people of God. You are tired, and your frame craves a change of scene, the sea, the mountains, a journey. This is not sin. The sea is the Lord’s, for He made it, and the mountains are His also. He meant us to have dominion over the fish of the sea, and I do not see how we can have that if we never go to sea at all. Yet the rest Jesus gives is a present rest, rest now, not only after death. It is rest on the wing, rest in motion, rest with the yoke upon us. Still, you have asked me to pray for travel, and I will do so.
O Lord, You know the weariness of this precious soul. You made the sea, and its waves are lit with splendor; You formed the mountains, and they are Yours. Provide, in Your kindness, an opportunity for travel, for a season beside the waters or among the hills, that the body may be refreshed. But more than this, grant that deep inner rest which is the portion of those who trust in You. Let Your child rest in Your wisdom, Your immutability, Your covenant love. Whether at home or away, may the heart find its peace in Christ, who says, “I will give you rest.” We ask it in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Trust and you shall rest. The rest that remains for the people of God is glorious. Even now, by faith, enter into it. And if the Lord opens the door for a journey, go with His blessing, and let the sea roar His praise.