For Your Weekend: When the World Wears You Down

Dig Deeper into Sunday’s Gospel: Read Matthew 16:13–19

Normally, at this point in the year, I don’t mind the blissful chaos of summer. I welcome the relief that comes with the ease of the season. But as I write this, I am far from relieved. I’m worn thin and worn out—not necessarily from the daily chores, schedules, or relationships, but from the world.

This world, as it is right now, is wearing me out.

Anyone else looking to the heavens, silently praying that Jesus might return today? 

My heart...