Meaning of YOKE

Piece of wood that fitted, on its inner part, generally curved, to the head or neck of a pair of oxen to hitch them to a chariot or a plow (Num. 19:2).

Piece of wood that fitted, on its inner part, generally curved, to the head or neck of a pair of oxen to hitch them to a chariot or a plow (Num. 19:2).

In Hebrew and GR. The term "yoke" frequently designated a pair of animals thus united (1 Kings 19:19, cast. "yokes").

It is used as a symbol of servitude and slavery (Jer. 28:2-14; 1 Tim. 6:1), and also of the heavy bondage of being under the law (Acts 15:10; Gal. 5:1).

The Lord Jesus invites the believer to take upon himself his yoke, and to learn from Him; that is, to abandon his own will, to submit to the will of God, contenting himself with a position of humility; This is how he will find rest for his soul. His yoke is easy, and his burden is light (Mt. 11:29, 30)

Blessed be His name! He never gives up the search until the chosen are sought out successfully. They are not people sought today and cast away tomorrow.

DAILY DEVOTIONAL

Treasures in the Mud: The Grace of Being Searched

Charles H. Spurgeon

The surpassing grace of God is seen very clearly in that we were not only sought, but we were also sought out. People seek for something that is lost upon the floor of the house, but in such a case there is only seeking, not seeking out. The loss is more perplexing and the search more persevering when something is sought out.

What can you do to inspire others to defend the truth with both courage and love?

DAILY DEVOTIONAL

Fighting for the Truth and Love

John MacArthur

In a world where truth is under attack, few rise to defend it. But let's remember that our apathy won't be an excuse before Christ. In Revelation, we see how He rebuked the churches that tolerated falsehood. Let's do the same, bravely defend the truth.

If you find your conscience vanishing, you must realize the seriousness of your condition and repent; beseech God for a clear, functioning conscience

DAILY DEVOTIONAL

Holy Hatred of Sin

John MacArthur

We desperately need to recover a holy hatred of sin. We need to do this corporately as a church, but we also need to do it individually as believers. Sin is surely not a pleasant subject to study or preach on, but it is necessary.

Our task is to do what the psalmist David did: He didn’t worry about “great matters” or things “too profound” for him.

DAILY DEVOTIONAL

Calm And Quiet

David Jeremiah

According to medical researchers at Duke University, there is a “vicious cycle” involving insomnia, anxiety, and depression. It’s sort of a “which came first: the chicken or the egg?” scenario.

When we learn His purposes and make them our prayers, we are giving Him the opportunity to act.

DAILY DEVOTIONAL

The Rope of Prayer

David Jeremiah

Daniel was a man who communicated with heaven. He prayed fervently, consistently, and for the will of God. He knew nothing of praying only before meals, at bedtime, and when he really needed God’s help.