Sermons on Godly Rest:

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

Rest In The 7th Day Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 1, 2013

“To honor the Sabbath and to keep it holy means to rest and worship the Lord. It is designed by God to re-energize you each week by Worship, His presence, His Words and His power.”

Rest in the 7th Day Introduction to series: What would you say to an offer which came from your boss in which he said, “Mike once a week you have to take a day off – it’s mandatory – no excuses! It's a guilt free day!" "You have to rest from work!" Could you imagine a day ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choosing The Best: And Leaving The Rest Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 13, 2003

Learning to look for God’s will

Let me share with you some statistics from 1992. The New Republic in its January 27 issue reported that the number of products in a typical supermarket in 92 was some 30,000. In 1976 it was 9,000. Likewise in 1992’s produce section there was 285 products while in 1975 only 65. My how our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rest From Our Burdens

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 10, 2018

Where do we find true rest in a world gone crazy? Like Israel do we find true rest in a Sabbath or a land? Is there a land anywhere in this world where we can find true rest from all our problems and worries?

Where do we find true rest in a world gone crazy? Like Israel do we find true rest in a Sabbath or a land? Is there a land anywhere in this world where we can find true rest from all our problems and worries? Let’s find out what our true rest is, by looking at Hebrews 4. Is His Rest the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Out From The Rest!

Contributed by Christopher Goelzer on Feb 5, 2004

Empower and encourage beleivers to excel as God’s people all for the sake of the gospel.

NIV 1 Corinthians 9:16 Yet when I preach the gospel, I cannot boast, for I am compelled to preach. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel! 17 If I preach voluntarily, I have a reward; if not voluntarily, I am simply discharging the trust committed to me. 18 What then is my reward? Just this: that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Peace In The Storm

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025

The presence of a storm doesn’t mean the absence of God. Instead, it’s an opportunity to see His power, peace, and providence in action.

PEACE IN THE STORM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:39 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 26:3, John 14:27, Psalm 107:29, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of storms—unexpected trials, sudden troubles, and fierce battles that shake our faith. Storms can come in different ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pray, Trust, Vote, And Rest Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Nov 4, 2024

As Election Day nears, Christians should do 4 things: Pray for peace and guidance, Trust God’s sovereignty like Daniel, Vote thoughtfully with biblical values, and Rest in God’s control, knowing He holds the future.

### ** Introduction** Video Ill.: Pray and Trust — Freebridge Media (Transcript of video:   Sometimes it’s difficult to see God in America. The principles on which we were founded Are no longer the principles by which we live. We have slowly forgotten Where our freedom came from. We have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 46:10, Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Rest In His Peace

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 28, 2023

On that first Easter a lot of things happened on that day, but it wasn't until after the resurrection that Jesus could finally say Peace be unto you.

We Rest in His Peace Isaiah 53:5-7 | John 20:19-21 (5) But he [was] wounded for our transgressions, [he was] bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace [was] upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. (6) All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5-7, John 20:19-21

Godly - Looking Like Our Father Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 9, 2013

What does godly look like? Like our Father.

Godliness: Looking like our Father Are you godly? If your are about to say, “No, Pastor,” it may be that you base that answer on a mistaken notion about what it means to be godly. ● Many confuse godliness with being religious. ● Others believe that godliness is only ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Maketh Me To Lie Down In Green Pastures Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016

The presence and the care of the shepherd causes the sheep to rest.

He Maketh Me To Lie Down In Green Pastures Psalms 23:1-6 “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures;” Maketh: Not with some force, but instead causes me to lie down It is almost impossible to get sheep to lie down because of their nature. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Rest In A Restless World Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 28, 2005

5th in series on restoring joy to life. Deals with the importance of resting & observing a holy day each week.

RESTORING THE JOY Part 5: Finding Rest in a Restless World For the past few weeks, we have been looking at reasons why so few Christians have joy in their lives. Jesus said He came to give us “abundant Lives,” and yet we see very few people living abundantly. The Devil has a plethora, an ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting Room: "Find Rest" Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Jun 21, 2010

Part Two from a series of messages titled “The Waiting Room”: discovering what God reveals to us in these moments of waiting.

The Waiting Room “Find Rest” Last week we began a series titled the Waiting Room with the purpose of discovering what God reveals to us in these moments of waiting. I want to thank all of you who told me my waiting room story was nothing… Romans 8:28 (NIV) And we know that in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 131:1-3

Denomination: Foursquare

An Exclusive Invitation To Rest & Discipleship

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jul 31, 2009

Matthew 11:25-30. The familiar invitation to come to Jesus is explored.

AN EXCLUSIVE INVITATION TO REST & DISCIPLESHIP MATTHEW 11:25-30 INTRODUCTION - Most everyone likes to receive an invitation to a special event. Perhaps the event is a graduation or wedding. Sometimes we send out invitations for birthday parties. Ladies send out invitations for baby showers. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

I Can Rest Peacefully Series

Contributed by Clinton Smith on Aug 12, 2009

Only God, our Shepherd, can give you complete and peaceful rest!

The testimony of David is powerful. Verse 1 sets the tone for the rest of this precious Psalms; “The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not. After verse 1, David begins to outline for us the loving care of the shepherd. The beauty of the Psalms is that David communicates to us through his personal ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth Resting (In The Will Of God) Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2010

Ruth has given up everything from her pagan past and has cast herself completely on the God of Israel. She is truly, in the words of verse 11, a “woman of noble character.”

“Pain is inevitable; misery is optional.” We learn from the Book of Ruth how to overcome bitterness and emptiness through a steadfast faith. Ruth chose a pathway that changed her life and the course of history. We’re not sure how much time has transpired between chapters 2 & ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Congregational