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  • James May avatar

    Three Crowns And A Laurel Leaf

    Contributed by James May on Aug 20, 2003
    based on 77 ratings
     | 9,820 views

    We run the race to obtain three incorruptible crowns, the crowns of righteousness, glory and life. The world runs the race to obtain a laurel leaf, corruptible crown.

    THREE CROWNS AND A LAUREL LEAF 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, "Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Doug Johnston avatar

    The Rest Of Your Life Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jan 2, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,244 views

    Simeon and Anna did not live their senior lives without purpose, they dedicated the rest of their lives to praise God and were blessed for it.

    Simeon and Anna were different from the rest of the older people in the place Jesus was circumcised. Their difference made them stand out, if you would have been looking for it. We must praise; it builds all those God uses. I. Eyes Expecting God’s Promise (25-27) A. His faith changed his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Surber avatar

    The Rest Of Your Life

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,333 views

    We have been called into the same transformational life of the first disciples.

    The Rest of Your Life! Luke 5:1-11 Introduction Two Texans were trying to impress each other with the size of their ranches. One asked the other, “What’s the name of your ranch?” He replied, “The Rocking R, ABC, Flying W Circle C, Bar U, Staple Four, Box D, Rolling M, Rainbow’s End, Silver Spur ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Steve Smith avatar

    The Rest Of Your Life

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Feb 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,580 views

    A reminder that when we try just a little harder proving our obedience and when we recognize our inability and His complete ability, then we will find the blessings from being involved in His work!

    Introduction Two Texans were trying to impress each other with the size of their ranches. One asked the other, “What’s the name of your ranch?” He replied, “The Rocking R, ABC, Flying W Circle C, Bar U, Staple Four, Box D, Rolling M, Rainbow’s End, Silver Spur ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Mende avatar

    Rest For Your Soul

    Contributed by David Mende on Apr 19, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 18,462 views

    An exposition on one of the glorious promises found in Matthew 11:28-30. Read and be blessed! I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. We live in a stress-filled world. There is stress at home, stress at workplace, stress in business, stress in ministry, stress everywhere. Last night, I was reading an article in Economic Times (dated: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Rest For Your Souls

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024
     | 3,342 views

    Do you ever feel weary and worn-out deep in your soul? In Matthew 11, Jesus invites us to find rest for our souls. This powerful message reveals that we must Come to Jesus, Connect to Jesus, and Conform to Jesus in order to discover deep, abiding rest for our souls.

    Rest for Your Souls Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/31/2017 If you’re anything like me, now that we’re looking at Christmas in the rearview mirror, you’re probably ready for a little rest and recovery! The thought of rest is one that seems all too elusive in today's ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Dana Chau avatar

    Rest Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 29, 2025
     | 279 views

    Have you ever felt tired but you feel like you cannot stop working? What if you knew good reasons and ways to rest that would benefit your life tremendously? You are invited to learn about God’s design for rest!

    (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Rest Selected Scriptures (Video) Happy Mother's Day, Everyone! Last week I heard a conversation between my daughters. One said: "I'm not going to have ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God's Rest Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 3, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,698 views

    Be sure of God's rest; however, if you're not sure, strive to be sure of that rest.

    A photographer was snapping pictures of first graders at an elementary school, making small talk to put them at ease. “What are you going to be when you grow up?” he asked one little girl. “Tired”, she said. (J. R. Love, Rushton, Louisiana; www. PreachingToday.com) Evidently, she had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Your Place Of Stress Or Rest

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 20, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,178 views

    The Garden of Gethsemane began as a place of stress and ended as a place of rest. We can learn much from our Master.

    Your Place of Stress or Rest Mark 14:32-52 • Do you know what stress is? Everybody in this room understands this term because it is seems to be so evident today. Little kids have stomach problems, teenagers have relational problems (peers), and everybody seems to have emotional problems if ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Entering Your Season Of Rest

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 6, 2025
     | 277 views

    God’s plan for His children is not endless struggle but divine rest that flows from trusting, obeying, and walking with Him.

    ENTERING YOUR SEASON OF REST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 11:28-30 Key Verse: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 4:9-11; Exodus 33:14; Psalm 62:1-2; Isaiah 14:3 INTRODUCTION: Every believer ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • josh foster avatar

    Rest For The Rest Of Creation Series

    Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 6, 2014
     | 5,316 views

    In the commands regarding the Creation we find echoes of Eden. Even as we don't leave human sin to run rampant in our personal lives, we should also seek to manage God’s creation in God-honoring and God-pleasing ways.

    Sabbath: Rest for the Rest of Creation Scripture Text: Exodus 23.10-13 In the passage we just read - It talked about planting-and-harvesting, …the poor and wild-animals, ...oxen-and-donkeys, …slaves and foreigners. It’s-a-little-odd, isn’t it!?! ~ …I-mean ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Rest In God's Will Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 6, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,758 views

    Thesis: To know God’s will for your life comes from you knowing God personally, having an encounter with God like Jacob, Moses and Nehemiah did and then taking step one.

    Series: Rest in Our Scripture for this series - Isa. 40:29-31: "He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope (rest) in the Lord will renew their strength. They soar on wings like eagles; ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Hicks avatar

    Rest

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 26,530 views

    There is a rest that is known only when we learn to come to Christ and to take up His yoke.

    REST Matthew 11:28-30 I love the “Peanuts” characters and comic strip, probably because I can so easily relate to Charlie Brown. In one of his strips, Charlie visits Lucy at her psychology booth, and she gives him this advice: “Life is a lot like a deck chair. Some place it to see where they ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Jacob Brimm avatar

    Rest

    Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 21, 2021
     | 7,241 views

    I have a question for you: When is the last time you took a day off? Of course, the question to be asked is: what do I mean by DAY OFF? When is the last time you took a day off -> TO REST?

    REST I have a question for you: When is the last time you took a day off? That one should be pretty easy, of course there are some of you out there who are analyzing the question. And, of course, the question to be asked is: what do I mean by DAY OFF? So let me ask the question more directly: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Rest

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 17, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 20,923 views

    If Jesus loves me and if God has forgiven me, then why isn't this Christianity thing working out for me... where is the abundant life that Jesus promised? This message is about acknowledging this truth and finding our way into His REST.

    Rest Matthew closes out the 11th chapter of his Gospel with these very familiar words. True words. God breathed words. Words that maybe God brought you into this room today the second Sunday of the year 2020… to speak directly to your heart, soul, mind and strength. Words that you may have heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ