Sermons on Our True Rest:

Your Place Of Stress Or Rest

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 20, 2014

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

Scripture: Mark 14:32-52

Denomination: Baptist

Entering God's Rest

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Dec 24, 2006

As believers we have entered into His rest by grace (peace with God) AND that we also must make every effort to obtain what God has already provided (peace of God)...

“Let us, therefore, make every effort to enter that rest, so that no one will fall by following their example of disobedience” (Heb. 4:11). From God’s Word we learn that rest has several meanings: * The seventh day of creation and the weekly Sabbath celebrating it (Gen. 2:2; Heb. 4:4-9) * The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing God's Rest Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 31, 2008

Sermon 5 in Hebrews series

Experiencing God’s Rest Slide It is good to rest. Everyone here today, I am certain looks forward to rest at some point or another. Especially in today’s society, there is so much emphasis put on busyness and work, that it seems rest is hard to come by. We go to work and labor all day, we come ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seek, Rest, And Triumph

Contributed by Richard Bell on Apr 23, 2001

When you will earnestly seek the face of God, He will give you rest and triumph over adversity.

SEEK, REST, AND TRIUMPH 2 Chronicles 14:1-15 INTRODUCTION: During the reigns of Rehoboam and Abijah, the true worship of God in Judah declined. Idolatry increased. Whenever the true worship of God decreases, other things come to fill that vaccum. During that time various places for idol worship ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Focus Of A True Faith

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Oct 4, 2009

The focus of a true faith is centered in Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

THE FOCUS OF A TRUE FAITH—Colossians 2:16-23 Proposition: The focus of a true faith is centered in Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Objective: My purpose is to challenge God’s people to put all their focus on Jesus Christ and to turn aside to other false teachings. INTRODUCTION: Here’s a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

True Value: Prayer Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 17, 2008

As Christians, prayer is our number one responsibility.

True Value: Prayer Text: Nehemiah 1:1-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: Knowing that intercessory prayer is our mightiest weapon and the supreme call for all Christians today, I pleadingly urge our people everywhere to pray. Believing that prayer is the greatest contribution that our people can ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Passages To Eternal Rest Series

Contributed by Dennis King on Jun 14, 2022

Can you define the eternal rest believers will be blessed with in heaven and on the New Earth? Did you ever think we would be working there?

Hebrews 1 from the Easy-to-Read Version follows: In the past God spoke to our people through the prophets. He spoke to them many times and in many different ways. And now in these last days, God has spoken to us again through his Son. He made the whole world through his Son. And he has chosen his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:15, Isaiah 65:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

"The Rest Of The Story" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 13, 2008

This is a Palm Sunday-Passion Sunday message. I begin with why people like to read novels... mystery, suspense, anger murder & personal sacrifice. The Bible contains the greatest story every told... the messages quickly covers the life of Jesus and why

In Jesus Holy Name March 16, 2008 Palm Sunday Redeemer “The Rest of the Story” Many people enjoy reading novels. They have their preference: mystery, historical, romance, science fiction. Others enjoy certain authors and their style: John Grisham: A Time to Kill; The Pelican Brief; the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-49

Denomination: Lutheran

"Rest For God's People”

Contributed by John Harper on Nov 11, 2008

God has promised a rest for His people

“REST FOR GOD’S PEOPLE” Hebrews 4:1-10 July 20, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper Warden Assembly of God I am deeply indebted to Andrew Murray for his main points Introduction: Swindoll quote According to Charles Swindoll, “Two of the top prescribed medications in America are Valium and Tagamet. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rest On Every Side Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025

Rest is not merely the absence of work, but the presence of peace, security, and fulfilment in God.

Title: REST ON EVERY SIDE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 7:1 "After the king was settled in his palace and the Lord had given him rest from all his enemies around him, he said to Nathan the prophet, 'Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of God remains in a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1, Psalm 23:1-2, Exodus 33:14, Matthew 11:28-29, Hebrews 4:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Church - Resting Place Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

Many come to Church for rest but involved in the politics and administration they have lost their blessings

“Restless in Resting Place” By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan “Pay attention to me and answer me I am troubled and upset” (Psalm 55:2). Psalmist David says this heartbreaking Prayer to the Lord. He admits in the presence of the Lord that his Heart is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:2

Denomination: Methodist

God's Gift Of Rest Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 19, 2017

Take one day off a week to gain perspective and be more productive.

Quick, do the math: A bat and a ball cost $1.10. The bat costs one dollar more than the ball. How much does the ball cost? If you came up with 10 cents, you’re in good company. That’s the answer most people come to. It’s intuitive, appealing, but WRONG! Do the math. If the ball costs 0.10 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Living In His Rest

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 18, 2007

You can have a resurrected life characterized by peace and contentment. This passage of scripture tells you how.

Life Raised and at Rest Rev. Sean D. Lester April 20, 2003 Introduction: A. The Israelites were birthed from Egypt for the purpose of becoming a new nation of holy people in the land occupied by sinful people. B. The journey from Egypt was supposed to be short. They would enter the new country ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Resting In Christ?

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Apr 14, 2009

We are going to learn tonight what is it that is keeping me from finding God’s rest?

Are You Resting in Christ? Pm Service April 5th 2009 Hebrews 3:8-19 Introduction I am sure that each one in this room looks forward to those times we think if everything goes as plan we might get some rest. There is so much we have to do that it seems that rest is hard to come by. It is not that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:8-19

Denomination: Baptist

Get Some Rest!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 3, 2002

Pentecost 9(B) - JULY 21, 2002 - Jesus invites us to "Come with me...get some rest", both for the body and for the soul.

Come With Me?Get Some Rest MARK 6:30-34 - July 21, 2002 30The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught. 31Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, "Come with me by yourselves to a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Lutheran