Rest
Laura Cooksey Lyrics
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If you are weary from all of life's storms / Bring all your troubles /
Lay them before me /
Trust me and know that you're not alone /
Come unto me / Come unto me /
Come unto me all ye that labor /
Come unto me / Come unto me /
And you will find rest /
When there is chaos
that circles around you /
When there are trials
weighing you down /
There is a refuge
and His name is Jesus /
Trust Him and know that
you're not alone /
He says
Come unto me / Come unto me /
Come unto me all ye that labor /
Come unto me / Come unto me /
Come unto me all ye that labor /
You will find rest /
Rest
Rest
For your soul
Rest
you will find rest
Rest for your soul
Come unto me / Come unto me /
Come unto me all ye that labor /
Just Come unto me / Come unto me /
Come unto me all ye that labor /
You will find rest /
The song "Rest" by Laura Cooksey is a reassuring call to those who are exhausted from bearing the burdens of life. The singer urges the listener to bring their troubles and lay them before her, promising that they are not alone. The song expresses the idea that there is a refuge, and that refuge is Jesus. Even when chaos and trials seem to be weighing one down, there is still peace to be found in the name of Jesus.
The repetition of the phrase "Come unto me" serves as a comforting invitation to those who may feel lost or alone. It echoes the words of Jesus in Matthew 11:28, where he says "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." The use of this biblical verse adds depth and meaning to the song, connecting it to the larger narrative of Christian hope and comfort.
The repetition of the word "rest" in the chorus reinforces the idea of finding peace and comfort in the midst of turmoil. By the end of the song, the singer is urging the listener to simply "Just Come unto me," a powerful and hopeful message for anyone struggling with personal pain or emotional turmoil.
Overall, "Rest" is a gentle and inspiring song, urging listeners to turn to Christ for solace and support in times of trouble.
Line by Line Meaning
If you are tired of carrying burdens
If you're feeling exhausted from carrying heavy loads
If you are weary from all of life's storms
If you're feeling tired from facing the challenges of life
Bring all your troubles
Share all your problems
Lay them before me
Trust me, confide in me and rely on me for help
Trust me and know that you're not alone
Believe in me and be assured that you're never alone in your struggles
Come unto me / Come unto me / Come unto me all ye that labor
Seek my help and support, all you who work hard and face challenges
When there is chaos that circles around you
When there's confusion and disorder happening around you
When there are trials weighing you down
When you're experiencing difficulties and being impacted by them
There is a refuge and His name is Jesus
Jesus is a safe haven and a place of peace and security
Trust Him and know that you're not alone
Believe in Him and be confident that you're not alone in your struggles
You will find rest / Rest / Rest / For your soul
You will obtain relief and find peace for your inner being
Come unto me / Come unto me / Come unto me all ye that labor
Seek my help and support, all you who work hard and face challenges
Just Come unto me / Come unto me / Come unto me all ye that labor
Simply ask me for help and trust in me, all you who work hard and face challenges
You will find rest
You will obtain relief and find peace
Contributed by Mackenzie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.