Have we been getting this key piece of scripture wrong?
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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. Take My Yoke.
It’s one of the most iconic lines in Scripture. But could it also be one of the most overlooked? Chic Lidstone is a former minister, chaplain, and engineer whose life experiences have led him to see that passage in a whole new light. He spoke with Premier’s Lydia Bennett about his testimony, God’s goodness, and his new book, Take My Yoke.
Released on 6 Nov 2025
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