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“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls." - Matthew 11:28‭-‬29 (NIV) These words from Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew are always so comforting..... In the literal sense of the word, a yoke is a heavy wooden harness that fits over the shoulders of an ox or oxen. It is attached to a piece of equipment the oxen are to pull. Obviously these were used way back then but we as people, carry our own additional weight in the form of "burdens." Things like sin, or the excessive demands of religious leaders (later in Matthew 23:4, or in Acts 15:10 you can see these references) or oppression, persecution, even weariness in the search of God. Jesus frees us from all these burdens; these are all the things (and the list goes on) that He carried and were nailed to the cross. The rest that He promises is love, healing, and peace with God, not the end of all physical labor. However, having a relationship with God changes meaningless, wearisome work into spiritual productivity and purpose. So he gives us "rest" in the sense that we don't worry about wasting time in our lives doing things that aren't fulfilling or fruitful but instead through Christ we have purpose and plenty of things to do that ultimately bring Glory to His name! In turn giving "rest" to our souls because we know who He is and what He has done to save us and give us this purpose. Peace in knowing the work we do for the kingdom matters so much more than anything else gives our soul rest as well. Thankful for His mercy, grace, and sacrifice especially in this reminder today. Resting in this fullness. #ComeToMe #AllWhoAreWeary #AllWhoAreBurdened #FindRest #InHim #TakeTheYokeOfJesus #Gentle #Humble #InHeart #FindRestForYourSoul #Matthew #Chapter11 #Verse28 #Verse29 #DailyDevotional #Scripture #Grateful #Faithful #Prayer #BLESSED #StraightNoChaser #WordOfGod #KeepTheFaith #HopeInChrist #BuildTheKingdom #ShareTheGospel https://www.instagram.com/p/CiTH7YzPMlt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Even though the night is over (8/17) --- Happy 6 MONTHS to our precious baby girl, Lisa Jade (LJ) 💗 She is such a little firecracker already, but her smile will literally melt your heart! She likes to talk (yell) & roll over, and reach for everything! Bicycle kicks are her new favorite thing, especially when she's excited 😊 She also loves watching shows with her big brother, sometimes they fall asleep in the car together holding hands (it's the cutest thing) and gosh, we are just so BLESSED! Lisa, we love you so much and are so grateful to be your parents! Please stop growing so fast so we can cherish these moments watching you grow into the beautiful little girl God created you to be! The next 6 months are gonna FLY 🥺 #6MonthsOld #TooCute #LittleMama #LookAtThatSMILE #WeAreBiased LOL #Grateful #BlessedParents #Parenthood #TimePleaseSlowDown #LisaJade #LJ #AmeyFamily #BabyGirl #WeLoveYou 💜 https://www.instagram.com/p/ChZFLOju7x_/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Today, this little guy turned TWO years old!! 🥺 Is that right?! It's been 24 months since the day he was BORN 😭😭😭 It's so bittersweet, being a parent, watching him grow, seeing his own little personality develop, and teaching himself so many things... he learns something new everyday and is always so excited about it! Happy Birthday, Papa! 💙 We pray God continues to bless your little heart and mold you into the boy He's created you to be! And for us as your parents to encourage your faith and raise you in a loving home that serves God and others. We can't wait to watch this next year unfold and experience all the wonderful things God has in store for you son, but please slow down just a bit 🙏🏽 #TwoYearsOld #WayTwoFast #GratefulDad #BlessedParents #AlwaysOurBabyBoy #MichaelBryant #OurLittlePapa #StopGrowing #AmeyFamily #Happy2ndBirthday #HBD #AugustBaby #August4th2020 #PandemicBaby #BeyondBLESSED https://www.instagram.com/p/Cg3mAGcOA03/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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"The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace." - Romans 8:6 (NIV) This particular chapter refers to life through the Spirit, as per the Apostle Paul, and stresses the importance of living in such a way. He basically divides everyone into 2 categories — those who are dominated by their sinful nature, and those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit. Who we choose to allow control is ultimately up to us: who we are influenced by, what we put in our ears (listen to) and even the places we find ourselves in play a huge part in that. All of us would be in that first category if Jesus hadn't offered us a way out. Once we have said yes to Jesus we will want to continue following Him because His way brings life and peace. So we must consciously choose to allow the Spirit to move within us, leading our thoughts and actions. This brings glory to God but also, peace to our souls. He never said this life would be easy, as we know the path is narrow (seemingly getting smaller in today's society) but that overwhelming sense of peace in all things is so worth it, not to mention Paradise. His Word is a great way to discover the guidelines He's set aside for us, and then it becomes our responsibility to follow them. God has a plan and a purpose for each one of us in this life, choose to seek His will, live out that purpose everyday, and allow the Spirit to give you peace. 🙏🏽 #Romans #Chapter8 #Verse6 #NIV #GuardYourMind #RejectTheFlesh #WaysOfTheWorld #Death #LiveByTheSpirit #TrueLife #Peace #FollowJesus #DailyDevotional #GodsWord #Scripture #BLESSED #StraightNoChaser #KeepTheFaith #GodsLove #Grateful #Faithful https://www.instagram.com/p/CeX7lphL69D/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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This precious little Mama is 3 months old, today! Time is flying and it's really sad watching babies grow (the parent struggle is REAL) but it's so rewarding and fun at the same time! Lisa Jade, your smile is infectious and when your face lights up it is literally the cutest thing! You bring us so much joy! We are so grateful to be your parents, and to have this beautiful little family of FOUR 💙💜 Thank you GOD 🙏🏽 #3MonthsOld #BabyGirl #LisaJade #LittleMama #Grateful #Blessed #Thankful #TimeGoesByTooFast #SlowDown #LoveBeingParents #FamilyOfFour #AmeyFamily #Partyof4 #OurHeartsAreFull 💗 (at Orange, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cdr42J1LptV/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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To the Mother of my CHILDREN (still in awe that we have more than one now)..... words can't begin to describe how much you mean to US and how tremendously BLESSED we are to have YOU! Thank you for being the phenomenal, selfless, patient, loving & nurturing Mother that you are! I tell you this all the time, but thank you for choosing me to do life with... look at how far we've come, all we've done in almost 2 decades, all the many blessings God has provided and the beautiful family of FOUR that we now have! Wow, at times it seems so surreal that He would bring so many of these things to fruition and I'm constantly amazed by YOU and the fact this is OUR life, together! The kids and I are incredibly grateful for all that you do and so proud of what you've accomplished! Hard to believe, but the best is yet to come! Happy Mother's Day! Forever & Ever Babe 😘 And Happy Mother's Day, Ma! 😇 Not a day goes by where you aren't deeply missed, but we hope to make you proud and pray we're all reunited in Paradise one day. We love you! Grateful for the time we had with you even though it was cut way too short! Thanks Dad, for always leaving her flowers! 💐 We love you, too! We took the kids to see her today, and know she would have loved Michael & Lisa and being a Grandma more than words can express. 💙💜 https://www.instagram.com/p/CdU6oYzOm52/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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"But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us." - Romans 5:8 (NIV) There is so much to reflect on during the Easter season; so much happened in such a short time that literally changed the course of history... which was all part of God's master plan (His-story) for humanity. And as we reflect on all this we realize how much God truly loves US..... "While we were still sinners"---these are powerful and amazing words, yet convicting and heartbreaking at the same time. God sent Jesus Christ to die for us, not because we were good enough, but because we were never good enough and He loved us that much! Wait, how much do we mean to God? We literally mean Jespus Christ to God, and so He chose to sacrifice His only son who would take our place, face and endure the cross, so that we could be in relationship with God the Father. I know, it doesn't make sense but this is God's love and it is unconditionally and freely given to us. Whenever you feel uncertain about God's love for you, remember that He loved you even before you turned to Him. "While we were still sinners" separated from God, maybe not even aware, or maybe we were and chose to follow the wrong path anyway... Christ still chose to die for us! If God loved you then, in your darkest of times, imagine how much brighter the days ahead can be if you choose to rely on His strength and love Him more and more everyday. There is nothing you can't overcome, nothing can stand in your way. Seek His presence in your life, if you haven't already, and watch things change in ways you never thought possible. God loves you, so much more than you'll ever fully know. Jesus paid it all. We are saved by His grace, through faith..... and HE IS RISEN! • • • #Romans #Chapter5 #Verse8 #Scripture #DailyDevotional #GodsWord #StraightNoChaser #GodsLove #Unconditional #WhileWeWereStillSinners #ChristDiedForUs #Jesus #Sacrifice #PaidItAll #Easter #HeIsRisen #RisenIndeed #ConqueredTheGrave #Grateful #SavedByGrace #GodsPlan https://www.instagram.com/p/CcXHsrsrDcj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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#FAMILY. I've been blessed for so long to have such great people in my life! I grew up with these guys, and now we've all got babies 🙏🏽 God is so so good to me and my family, we're beyond blessed and it truly warms my heart! Oh, and Happy Birthday, Kris! I love you bro ✊🏽 #Grateful #BLESSED (at Tustin, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CcMvmXErsRd/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Wishing this Grandpa (The Big Guy) the Happiest of Birthdays TODAY 🎂 We love and appreciate you so much, Dad! Thanks for always being there for all of us kids, making sure we were taken care of and provided for! For always doing your best to keep us happy and loved, and for being the best Grandpa to Michael & Lisa! We're so blessed to have you in our lives, hope your day is just as blessed and the year ahead too! 🙏🏽🥳🎁🎊🎈🎉 • • • #HappyBirthday #WeLoveYouDad #Grandpa #GrandBabies #Family #MichaelBryant 💙 #LisaJade 💜 #CheersBigGuy #Grateful #Loved #BLESSED #BirthdayShoutout #Dad https://www.instagram.com/p/Cb8U_YLvkRv/?utm_medium=tumblr

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This woman right here..... I can't even begin to put into words (but I'll try) how much she's meant to me, and my family, for what feels like a lifetime! Almost 30yrs now you've been in my life, looking out for me, loving me, treating me as one of your own 💙 I thank God for strategically placing you in our lives, as He orchestrates things so beautifully, and we are so beyond BLESSED to have YOU! Thank you for every hug, every tear, every birthday card, every teaching moment, every word of encouragement & every prayer! I would not be the man I am today if it weren't for you, and for that I am so grateful! I love you so very much! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GODMOM! 🥳🎉🥂 Cheers to this special year and all the wonderful plans God has in store for you (and Goddad) 🙏🏽 We miss you and will see you guys again soon! 😘 #Happy60thBirthday #HappyBirthdayToYa 🎶 #WeLoveYou #BLESSED #Grateful #RobinTLaw #Godmother #2ndMom (at Tustin, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CbuAD6IOzHy/?utm_medium=tumblr

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9 days ago I received the BEST birthday present, ever! Being a father is literally the best thing in the world and now that we have a baby girl our little family is complete! My heart could not be more full 💜 This is 36...... 🥳 (2/26) blessed beyond measure 🙏🏽 #Feb26 #36YearsYoung #AmeyFamily #Partyof4 #BLESSED #Grateful #MichaelBryant #LisaJade #MrsAmey #OurHeartsAreSoFull https://www.instagram.com/p/CaeWXSvrnSw/?utm_medium=tumblr

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World..... we would like to introduce you to the newest member of the Amey family, Ms. Lisa Jade. 💜 She was named after her Grandma Lisa, who is in heaven, and she was born on Thurs. Feb. 17th @ 8:11am. She was 9lbs, 13oz and 21.5" long, almost as big as her big brother! We are so blessed and excited to be a family of FOUR and thank God that everything went so smoothly bringing this baby into the world. Elisa did great and has been recovering/healing so well! Thank you to all our family & friends for your prayers, calls, texts and support! We are forever grateful! & a HUGE shoutout to Grandma Carmen for staying with Michael while we've been here at the hospital. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 LJ, we love you so much and are beyond blessed to be your parents! Welcome home baby girl 🥲 #LisaJadeAmey #FamilyOfFour #BLESSED #Grateful #BabyGirl #AmeyFamilyGrowing #HealthyBaby #OurHeartsAreFull #OurDaughter 💕 (at Hoag Hospital) https://www.instagram.com/p/CaK8r85vges/?utm_medium=tumblr

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18 months (earlier this month☺️) ..... • • • • • Wowww, I never fully understood until becoming a parent what it felt like to truly miss TIME. It has gone by so fast, and we just hope you felt LOVED & SPECIAL because you mean the world to us, sweet boy, and bring us so much JOY 💙 As much as we wish we could go back, at the same time we're super anxious to watch you continue to grow and develop your own personality — and see what the Lord has in store for you! We love you son, forever & ever. Now get ready to be a big brother because sister is coming lol... 💜 #18months #BabyBoy #Toddler #AlwaysHappy #BLESSED #AlwaysSmiling #AlwaysOnTheGo 🤣 #FirstBorn #AnsweredPrayer #NotTheOnlyChildAfterToday #BigBrotherLoading (at Tustin, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CaFUAWaljlx/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Our favorite Valentine 💙 #MichaelBryant but not for long! @ejayamey forever my Valentine! 😘 Thank you for the love you have as a mother, and how you so graciously show us how loved we are! This family is so blessed by you, and soon you'll have a baby girl to love on too! Only a few days to go ❤ #BeMine #MrsAmey #MyForeverValentine #BLESSED #FamilyOf4Loading #3NoMore #GodIsSoGood #AmeyFamily https://www.instagram.com/p/CZ_DGm7Li1c/?utm_medium=tumblr

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16yrs ago (yesterday) wowww...... • • • • Every year seems to fly by and yet I still can't believe that much time has already gone by and where our lives are today. Soooooo much has happened since 2006 and you've missed so much, which is the hardest part, but we know that life is short/precious and we cherish the memories and wonderful moments we had while you were here. Those will continue to live on forever, in our hearts 💜 We miss you everyday Ma (I can still see your face when I'd call you that LOL) and we look forward to the day when we'll be reunited together forever. 😇 But until then, I hope you're smiling down on us and that we make you proud with the time we have left in this life... 🙏🏽 (This is one of my favorites 📸) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZ492hpPO1m/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Wishing someone very special in my life a HAPPY BIRTHDAY today - Pastor Fred!!! 🥳🥳🥳 Thank you for the countless ways you've always been there, for your loving witness and God-fearing example, for your constant encouragement, and your selfless servant heart! The world needs more people like YOU reflecting the light of Jesus, everyday! 🙌🏽 I would not be who I am today without your guidance, wisdom, and mentorship... and words simply can't thank you enough, but I wrote these down anyway! We love you and appreciate you so very much! #PastorFred #PF #PapaFred #BirthdayShoutout #HappyBirthday #SeventySomething 😜 #GratefulForYou #BLESSED #KingdomBuilder #Encourager #GreatestFriend #BrotherInChrist #Husband #Father #Papa #BirthdayBlessings #KeepTheFaith 💯🙏🏽🎉🎁🎂 (at Tustin, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CZP1gGCvjgb/?utm_medium=tumblr

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This guy turns 60 today! 🥳 Wowww, another birthday celebration missed due to the pandemic, but so grateful you're still in our lives Dad! Proud of you and all you're doing, thankful for the relationship we have, and prayerful you guys will end up back in California sometime in the near future! Enjoy your day today and know that we love you so much! Praying God continues to bless, guide, and protect you in the year ahead and always 🙏🏽🎈🎉🎁🎊🎂🤗 #BirthdayShoutout #Happy60th #HappyBirthday #BirthdayBoy #WeLoveYouDad #Grateful #Blessed #TheOGAmey #60YearsYoung #GodsPlan #KeepTheFaith (this picture was from Nov. 2020) 🙌🏽 https://www.instagram.com/bameysbg/p/CY7fUeKvsdy/?utm_medium=tumblr