This past Monday, Australians observed the King’s Birthday, a public holiday in honour of King Charles III. While opinions on monarchy may vary, there’s near-universal agreement on one point: a day off is always good. For many, it was a timely pause in the busyness of life: a sleep-in, a quiet coffee, or precious moments with loved ones. It’s a small but appreciated benefit of living under a constitutional monarchy, a symbolic tradition with tangible perks if you will.
But now, the long weekend has passed. The routines have resumed. And that fleeting taste of freedom is already fading into memory.It’s a reminder that the kind of freedom offered by earthly systems, even the good ones is limited. It gives us a moment to breathe, but not the deep, lasting rest our lives truly need.
In contrast stands a very different kind of King, born to save people from their sins who is known to us all as, Jesus. Who offers not just rest, but relief from what weighs you down. Not just a holiday, but true freedom. The pinnacle of acknowledging Him is not marked by parades or public holidays, but by personal transformation. Where earthly kings offer ceremony to experience relationship with them, Jesus offers change. Where monarchs govern nations, Jesus renews hearts.
Jesus said, “If the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed” (John 8:36). He brings freedom from guilt, fear, and the unrelenting pressure to perform. He offers not just a break from work, but deep peace for the restless life.
So as we return to our regular routines, I invite you to pause to reflect. Public holidays are a lovely gift, time with family, a moment to recharge, but they don’t compare to the freedom offered by the King of kings and that is a freedom worth embracing.
Mr Stuart Clark
Head of Primary
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