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Are You Ready For Some Rest?

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 21, 2000

based on 179 ratings

| 9,207 views

Jesus has great news for weary people

Americans are tired people. Hectic schedules have many folks going to bed late and getting up early, and surveys show that most people in our country simply don't get enough sleep. A recent newspaper article reported some companies are encouraging employees to take naps during the lunch hour, even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

Claiming The Promised Rest Of God

Contributed by David Rogers on Dec 20, 2004

based on 11 ratings

| 5,821 views

Discuss what it means for christians to rest in God

Claiming the Promised Rest of God Hebrews 4:1-13 “4:1 Let us therefore fear, lest, a promise being left [us] of entering into his rest, any of you should seem to come short of it. 2 For unto us was the gospel preached, as well as unto them: but the word preached did not profit them, not being ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

And I Will Give You Rest Series

Contributed by David Watters on Jan 2, 2005

based on 20 ratings

| 32,295 views

This is the third and final sermon in a series of sermons unpacking the scripture in Matthew 11: 25-30..."Come Unto Me"..."Laboring for Christ"..."And I Will Give You Rest"

Scripture: Matthew 11: 28 Hebrews 4: 1-10 John 10: 27 -30 Sermon: "And I Will Give You Rest" Good Morning…Well, today we come to the last part of this scripture in Matthew that has been our focus over the last few weeks. “Come unto Me, all ye who labor and are heavy laden and I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Methodist

Finding Rest In A Restless World Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 28, 2005

based on 7 ratings

| 8,737 views

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

How To Enter God's Rest Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 12, 2004

based on 31 ratings

| 33,182 views

In spite of the fact that Jesus paid it all for us on the cross, people continue to struggle, trying to earn the Christian life. If that is your situation today, I plead with you to stop trying, and start trusting. Be diligent to enter into that rest.

HOW TO ENTER GOD’S REST Hebrews 4:11-16 "Let us therefore be diligent to enter that rest, lest anyone fall after the same example of disobedience." "Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Regularly Remember The Rest-Giver

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jun 19, 2003

based on 58 ratings

| 4,170 views

Coming to hear God’s Word brings us joy when we remember that through his Word Jesus, the Rest-giver, has rescued us from sin’s slavery and he refreshes. He gives the rest and peace of forgiveness.

Regularly Remember the Rest-Giver Do I Have to Go to Church? Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit guides our hearts and minds today is recorded in Deuteronomy 5:12-15: Observe the Sabbath day by keeping it holy, as the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:12-15

Denomination: Lutheran

And The Land Rested From War Series

Contributed by Winson Butler on May 25, 2004

based on 18 ratings

| 6,120 views

Every Christian needs to examine the importance of perserverance. As Winston Churchill said to a graduating class of young cadets, "Never give up..." There’s a high cost to giving up and giving in!

"And the Land Rested From War..." Dr. E. Winson Butler Joshua 11:23 kjv (pg 199 OT white pew Bible) Introduction I. illus. A few nights ago, President George Bush addressed our country. In his own words he said, "We must stay the course..." i.e. now is not the time to question, leave or ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 11:23

Denomination: Baptist

Rest Ing With God In Faith

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 17, 2002

based on 44 ratings

| 5,804 views

Hebrews 3:7-4:11 encourages us to enter God’s rest. In a time when the fulfillment and joy that brings rest is hard to find, what a word of hope!

Obedient Faith Brings Divine Rest Text: Hebrews 3:7-4:11 Maybe you’ve heard in the news that a large percent of Americans today are suffering from sleep deprivation. It causes road rage, traffic accidents, health issues and conflict at work and at home. We suffer from the curse of not enough ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-19, Hebrews 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stand Out From The Rest!

Contributed by Christopher Goelzer on Feb 5, 2004

based on 37 ratings

| 10,012 views

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

Choosing The Best: And Leaving The Rest Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 13, 2003

based on 23 ratings

| 4,759 views

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

How To Find Spiritual Rest

Contributed by Todd Hudnall on Jan 20, 2002

based on 424 ratings

| 35,059 views

This is a single verse sermon with three points and proposition. It isn’t a manuscript but is more than a simple outline. The sermon is about leaving the weariness of dead religion to enter into a living relationship with God.

Text - Matt 11:28 Introduction A strong young athlete was wadding waist deep in the shallow part of a recreational lake. Unknowingly he stepped off an underwater ledge and plunged fifteen feet beneath the surface of the water. After several seconds he bobbed to the top of the water flailing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What A Place To Rest And Sleep

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 13, 2010

based on 4 ratings

| 3,829 views

No doubt Gods always on time when we need him

WHAT A PLACE TO REST AND SLEEP Daniel 6:8Now, O king, establish the decree, and sign the writing, that it be not changed, according to the law of the Medes and Persians, which altereth not. 9Wherefore king Darius signed the writing and the decree. 10Now when Daniel knew ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Seventh Day Is A Sabbath Of Rest

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 14, 2010

based on 4 ratings

| 7,471 views

God established 52 days of rest every year.

The Seventh Day is a Sabbath of Rest Sept. 5, 2010 Introduction A Labor Day is a national holiday set aside for the honor of American workers. 1 Unofficial end of summer a A weekend to get in last-minute trips & take in one last BBQ or swim party before colder weather sets in. b A weekend of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:27

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Gift Of Rest Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 23, 2008

based on 4 ratings

| 6,601 views

A look at the 4th commandment with an encouragement for God’s people to enjoy God’s gift of rest every week, resulting in a better perspective and greater productivity.

God’s Gift of Rest (Exodus 20:8-11) Some time ago, a Tacoma, Washington, newspaper carried the story of Tattoo the basset hound. Tattoo didn’t intend to go for an evening run, but when his owner shut the dog’s leash in the car door and took off for a drive with Tattoo still outside the vehicle, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Ruth Resting (In The Will Of God) Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 21, 2010

based on 4 ratings

| 7,427 views

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

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