Nowadays when I walk, I generally don’t carry anything with me. But I used to trek through the mountains carrying a heavy backpack. Sometimes the load was just too heavy. At those times I counted on my friends to help me out by carrying my backpack, at least for a while.
Every year in May, many people attempt to climb Mt. Everest. They have to climb in stages, often going back down to the previous level after climbing a ways. This helps them adjust to the altitudes. All along the way, the native Sherpa people carry the heavy loads of supplies and equipment. Without the Sherpas, the climb is nearly impossible.
When the burdens of life weigh us down and become difficult to carry, Jesus promises to help. In Matthew 11:28 He says, “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Whatever troubles us, Jesus offers to grab our backpack of problems and carry it for us. We just have to trust Him with the cargo.
Reluctant Retiree 