Sermons on Come Find Rest:

Come Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 29, 2017

First in a series on our church's Discipleship Path.

ENGAGE I’d like to ask all of you to think for a moment about how you got here this morning. I’m not talking about the mode of transportation that you used, but rather your spiritual journey that resulted in being a part of our gathering today. For me, that journey began as a small child. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51, Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming Warrior King Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 9, 2006

Like the cavalry to the rescue, Jesus comes riding back to earth on a white horse to wipe out the enemy and set up His kingdom. What does that mean to us as we find ourselves in need of rescue right here and now?

As we move into chapters 19 and 20 of The Book of the Revelation we can breathe a big sigh of relief. No more plagues and catastrophes, no more rebellion and evil ruling the planet. We transition from what’s going on in heaven and earth separately - to the two becoming one - as Jesus Christ returns ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Finding Peace In The Midst Of The Storm Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Mar 20, 2008

It’s hard to know what to do when the storms of life come our way. In Peter’s attempt to walk on the water we discover some valuable principles that will help us face those storms while giving glory to our Lord.

Title: Finding Peace In The Midst Of The Storm Series: God Uses Broken Vessels Text: Matthew 14:22-32 Introduction Tom Dooley was a young doctor who organized hospitals, raised money, and literally poured out his life in the service of the afflicted peoples of Southeast Asia. Here was a man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Purpose And Meaning In Life, Regardless Of Age Or Circumstances

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

This is an adaptation of a sermon shared Oct. 2000 by Brian Bill that builds upon 6 statements of purpose that he identifies in the writings of the Apostle Paul. When actualized, these purposes provide meaning to life regardless of one’s age or circumstances.

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) A truck driver was hauling a load of 100 penguins to the zoo. Unfortunately, his truck broke down. He eventually waved down another truck and offered the driver $500 to take ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled

Contributed by Robert Glass on Nov 18, 2011

Find Rest for your soul in Jesus

Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled (John 14:1-6) (1) Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. (2) In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. (3) And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Might Need To Learn How To Rest In God Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 7, 2020

Jesus tells us in the New Testament in Matthew 11:28 (NIV) 28 "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. And some of us, although God has promised us rest, are not resting

Introduction When Anne and I were much younger, we use to fly a lot. And I was always amazed as I looked about the plane’s cabin at the number of people who could sleep while the plane was in the air. No matter how much I tried to go to sleep on a plane, I just couldn’t. Anne could, I couldn’t. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

"I Have Come!" Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 8, 2011

What does it mean when Jesus says, "I have come..." In our passage today we find out that Jesus reveals WHY He has come and how that affects and applies to our lives!

Sermon Brief Date Written: April 21, 2011 Date Preached: April 24, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: Jesus – Come to Save Sermon Text: John 12:46-47 [ESV] John 11:38-44 46I have come into the world as light, so ...read more

Scripture: John 12:46-47

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice He Is Coming

Contributed by Ramon Canals on Jun 5, 2009

In chapter four of the letter to the Philippians the apostle Paul presents a series of exhortations to the church in Philipi, and in this chapter we find 5 counsels or lessons to the Philipians that could help us have peace and unity as wait for the secon

TITLE: Rejoice, He is Coming INTRODUCTION: The United States is a diverse nation, and the more we can understand its diversity, the better we can reach others for Christ. There are people here from all over the world. That is a blessing, but it can also be a challenge. Especially when we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Adventist

"Why Do We Come To The Tomb?"

Contributed by Paul Norwood on May 7, 2018

A sermon prepared for "Easter" Sunday and compares the reasons folks came to the tomb where Jesus was laid to rest and our reasons for assembling to worship on the first day of the week.

I. Welcome II. Introduction MercyMe first released their hit song I Can Only Imagine in 1999. Since then, I’ve heard this song played numerous times at funerals as one imagines being in heaven and in the presence of God. The movie by the same name was released last month with much greater success ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Leads Me Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 10, 2011

The shepherd must provide freedom for the sheep to find rest and providing them with still water comes at great cost to the shepherd.

As we continue to walk through the 23rd Psalm we see that David knew who would provide for him. The answer was God. Last week we looked at the first verse, “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want.” We saw that this verse contains the beautiful promise that God will provide for our needs. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

When It Comes To My Persona Series

Contributed by Jeff Davenport on Oct 3, 2007

We spend a lifetime constructing our image only to find out that it’s realy not about me!

It’s Not About Me… When It Comes To: PERSONA Matthew 16:13-19 Video Clip: “It’s All About Me” Singer One of the most evident ways we prove to the world and to the Lord, that it truly is “All About Me,” is through our Persona. DEFINITION: American Heritage Dictionary pl. defines personas as: The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Ourselves In Narnia: The Edmund In Us.

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Dec 12, 2005

This sermon looks at how the story of the Narnia character Edmund is the story of a sinner who comes to find the danger of sin and the victory of the redeemed.

Yesterday I took my girls to see the movie “Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” and I have to tell you I was really impressed. I had told myself I was going to wait to see it till we took the kids from the church to see it, but I just couldn’t wait. I figured since I was preaching on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Land Of Promise (Hebrews 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 20, 2024

The Bible describes a day of rest, a land of rest and our eternal rest. They are all related. Let's look at the land of rest in Hebrews 3.

Did a generation that kept a weekly rest day, NOT find rest in the land of promise? Was it because of their lack of faith, evidenced by their disobedience? Let’s find out in Hebrews 3. Upon whom should we fix our thoughts? Was Jesus also an apostle, one sent, in His case sent from ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Bride

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 27, 2006

Father Abraham spoke to his “oldest servant of His house, who ruled over all…” This servant was his most reliable and faithful. Father Abraham gave to this servant the complete responsibility of finding the bride for his son.

HERE COMES THE BRIDE Perhaps the story of how you and your sweetheart met and fell in love is similar to mine. When it comes to meeting, dating and marrying that special someone (in our American culture) – we don’t do. Things quite like they did in Genesis 24. Actually our parents (probably) had ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-87

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Find Your Place In The Body Of Christ Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Feb 13, 2011

Finding your place in the body of Christ is made difficult by the very nature of the spiritual gifts. People with upfront or flamboyant kinds of ministries can make the rest of us feel insignificant, like we are not contributing or maybe just aren't a par

As humans we like two things: to impress and be impressive. That was one of the main problems the Corinthians faced in many areas including spiritual gifts. The more flamboyant the gift, the more impressive the show of the Spirit, the better. So in chapters 12 through 14 Paul corrects this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel