Sermons on Land Of Rest:

Why Not Rest

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 2, 2001

This sermon deals with Jesus telling us to come and to rest.

WHY NOT REST 9:30 1/29/93 Text Matthew 11:28-30 Psalm 23 Matthew 11:25-30 .ls2 RICK The story is told of a lady who became very angry at the pastor. When she finally caught up with him, she said, "I called you all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Just Rest

Contributed by Darron Khan on May 30, 2002

This message was desinged to highlight the importance of rest in the life of Christ-followers. It encourages its audience to understand rest from God’s perspective.

Just Rest Celebration Service April 7, 2002 It has been said: We can worry or we can worship. Strangely enough, busy people find it a whole lot easier to worry than to worship. Warren Wiersbe once said, “The ability to calm your soul and wait before God is one of the most difficult things in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:31, Genesis 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Solution For Rest PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

To explore the invitation of Jesus, emphasizing our need for rest, the solution of submission to God, and the blessing of casting our burdens on Him.

Good Morning, Church Family! We are here today to delve into the deeper meaning behind a great invitation from Jesus Christ Himself, found in the book of Matthew, Chapter 11, verses 28 through 30. We're going to explore three main aspects: The Need for Rest, The Solution of Submission to God, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Topics: Rest, Lord

Rest For The Stressed

Contributed by James Botts on Aug 29, 2002

“Rest For The Stressed” will look at three commands Jesus gave for people who are weary and stressed out. Religion is a heavy burden, but Jesus invites us to experience real rest for our souls.

The Crossing Community Church “Rest For The Stressed” Pastor Jim Botts August 11th, 2002 Introduction We live in a very tense, uptight and fast paced world filled with hurry... A Tahoma, Washington newspaper carried the story of Tattoo the basset hound a while back. Tattoo didn’t intend to go for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Resting In The Lord Series

Contributed by John Walls on Sep 16, 2002

Continuing in the area of resting in the Lord

RESTING IN THE LORD Psalm 37:7 Part 2 Introduction: Last week we picked up this Psalm and saw the promises of Our Great God. When I reflect on the promises of God, my heart has this song in its heart. "How Great Thou Art" Our God is great. He is great because He is not with our hands. He is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:7

Denomination: Baptist

The 'rest' Of The Week! Series

Contributed by Dennis Marquardt on Oct 18, 2000

#4 in 10 Commandment Series

#4 “THE REST OF THE WEEK!” TEXTS: Exodus 20:8-11; Genesis 2:15; Nehemiah 13:15-22 INTRO: Of the 10 commandments this is the one taken most lightly by both Christians and non Christians. Against the other commandments like, “Thou shall not kill”, “Thou shall not steal”, and “Do not commit ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Nehemiah 13:15-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Labouring To Rest

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

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A. INTRODUCTION 1. Could there be any more appropriate and applicable study for 20th century American believers than that of the rest of God? Our lives are hectic and demanding. We have taken upon ourselves daily schedules that our parents -- when they were at our place in their lives -- would ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13

The Promise Of Rest Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God promises rest to those who come to Him, take His yoke, and learn from Him.

Today, we're going to be exploring some of the awesome promises God has made to us. Just like honey is sweet and delicious, God's promises are super cool and totally trustworthy. So, let's dive into our first promise. You know that feeling when you've been running around all day, and you're just ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-29, Revelation 21:3

Topics: Spiritual Rest, Divine Comfort, God's Peace, Trusting God

Rest For The Weary PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

No matter the burdens we carry in life, we can find ultimate comfort and rest in Christ.

Good morning, my beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we're going to soak in the sweet words of our Savior from Matthew 11:25-30. We're going to immerse ourselves in the understanding of Christ's invitation, the burdens we bear in life, and the ultimate comfort that only Jesus can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Topics: Comfort, Christ

Rest For Life

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001

God supplies the rest we need to get through life

Rest for Life Hebrews 4:1-13 September 27, 1998 Morning Service Introduction 1. The idea of zest A. TV Commercials: There are lots of TV ads - Renew your zest for life, Put the zest back into life, Get zestfully clean, all of these ads are focusing on getting something more out of life or a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

"... A Tongue Rested ..."

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 14, 2004

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that THE GIFT of SPEAKING in TONGUES rested on everyone IN THE HOUSE.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia BIG IDEA: SPEAKING IN TONGUES IS A GIFT THAT SHOWED- UP ON THE DAY OF PENTECOST WITH THE POURING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. REFERENCES: Ezekiel 37:1-14 (Ezekiel in the valley of dry bones); 1 Corinthian 14:1-5 (Paul tells us ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Acts 2:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discipleship: Rest

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Sep 27, 2006

To show that God wants us to rest ourselves from our labors on occasion.

-This morning, it’s ok to sleep during the sermon -Tomorrow is Labor Day -A day off from work for many filled with picnics, BBQ’s, shopping, recreation, telethons and other activities -Labor Day History -It’s whole purpose is to pay tribute to the contributions American workers have made for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Rest Of The Story Series

Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Aug 30, 2006

"Maker of Heaven and Earth". Our personal life story makes no sense outside of the ultimate story. Why did God create?

"I had always felt life first as a story,” said G.K. Chesterton. “And if there is a story, there is a story teller.” From his childhood Chesterton knew in his heart that somehow he had stumbled into a great Tale. His life was a journey to understand that Tale, and his quest took him - quite ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Refuge Of Rest Series

Contributed by David Hill on Jul 8, 2004

God is our refuge of rest in life.

A Refuge of Rest Psalm 91 Black Bart was a professional thief whose very name struck fear as he terrorized the Wells Fargo stage line. From San Francisco to new York, his name became synonymous with the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Rest In Peace Series

Contributed by Engleburg Toney on Nov 24, 2007

Anything short of God’s allowance of time on this planet is not abundant living. She was only 32-years-old. How do we embrace losing her?

Rest in Peace Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to honor the memory and to pay our final respects to the passing of a darling daughter, a stunning sister, and faithful friend. It is again in this our own lives where we are again reminded of the reality of living. That reality always ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist