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  • Paul Green avatar

    Prayer Of Rest Series

    Contributed by Paul Green on Jul 14, 2009
    based on 34 ratings
     | 17,153 views

    Rest is not only vital to our spiritual lives, it is imperative if we are to be effective. Through the prayer of rest, God places his children in the eye of the storm. When all around us is chaos and confusion, deep within we know stability and serenity

    The Prayer of Rest Matthew 11:25-30 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 morning at the church and dropped by to see you in the afternoon on Tuesday and you were not there." The minister said, "I’m sorry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Of Rest And Unceasing Prayer Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,006 views

    This is the 3rd Address in the four part Lenten Series on Prayer

    Prayer of Rest and paradoxically Unceasing Prayer Story: A business manager went on holiday to an island in Greece. One day, while he was on the beach, he was called up on his mobile phone by his secretary, wanting some help. He gave her some instructions and told her to call him back when ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Divine Connection Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,253 views

    This sermon explores the importance of rest, prayer, and re-connection with God, as exemplified by Jesus in the gospels, for gaining the strength to fulfill our divine purpose and calling.

    As we begin today, I want you to imagine this scene in your mind; A seasoned surfer, skillfully riding the waves, perfectly attuned to the rhythm of the ocean. Masterfully watching and waiting as the tide comes in and goes out, all the while, keeping a sharp eye out for that perfect wave. All at ...read more

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    Rest Less Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2022
     | 3,075 views

    Why are we granting God silence? Why are we allowing God the opportunity to rest?

    Rest Less I. Introduction We are a people who struggle to get enough rest. In fact, the average American gets 6.8 hours of sleep at night, down more than an hour from 1942. To many in the medical field this is troubling because medical studies have related a lack of sleep to health problems and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Prayer Of Agur, Part 1: The Prayer Of Who? Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 10, 2020
     | 7,594 views

    This short prayer from Proverbs 30 is a key to living a life of balance and contentment.

    INTRO/WELCOME Good morning! I am so excited to begin a new series this week. Between now and Thanksgiving, we are going to look at a prayer in the book of Proverbs. It just so happens to be the only prayer in the book of Proverbs. And it comes from a guy that shows up in this one chapter and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come Rest A While

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 3, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,414 views

    we need to take time in our schedules for what is really important

    Mark 6:30-34 In today's Gospel, Jesus tells his disciples to do something unusual. And, I believe, he often tells us to do the same thing. What he said was: The apostles gathered around Jesus, and told him all that they had done and taught. He said to them, "Come away to a deserted place all ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Prayer And The Presence Of God

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 7, 2013
     | 4,586 views

    Starting a new series of talks on prayer I begin with some personal struggles and encourage the congregation to desire to be in the presence of the God.

    As we drove home from Hampshire on the M25 last Monday I heard something smack into the windscreen. About ten minutes later Moira noticed the sun glinting off a crack in the windscreen and over the course of the next ten minutes or so we watched the crack slowly growing. By the time we stopped at ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Rest For The Rest Of Creation Series

    Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 6, 2014
     | 5,269 views

    In the commands regarding the Creation we find echoes of Eden. Even as we don't leave human sin to run rampant in our personal lives, we should also seek to manage God’s creation in God-honoring and God-pleasing ways.

    Sabbath: Rest for the Rest of Creation Scripture Text: Exodus 23.10-13 In the passage we just read - It talked about planting-and-harvesting, …the poor and wild-animals, ...oxen-and-donkeys, …slaves and foreigners. It’s-a-little-odd, isn’t it!?! ~ …I-mean ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Rest PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,806 views

    To explore the concept of spiritual rest as offered by Jesus, emphasizing its importance and benefits in our lives.

    Good morning, church family! I'm sure we all know what it feels like to be tired, worn out, and just downright exhausted. We work hard, we're constantly on the go, and sometimes it seems like there's no end in sight. But let me tell you, there's good news. Jesus himself extends an invitation to ...read more

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    Rest

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 30, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,236 views

    1. REST FROM LABOUR 2. REST FROM ENEMIES 3. REST FROM DANGER 4. REST IN THE LORD 5. REST THROUGH DISCIPLINE 6. REST FROM BURDENS 7. SPIRITUAL REST

    REST 1. REST FROM LABOUR 2. REST FROM ENEMIES 3. REST FROM DANGER 4. REST IN THE LORD 5. REST THROUGH DISCIPLINE 6. REST FROM BURDENS 7. SPIRITUAL REST ****************************** REST 1. REST FROM LABOUR Genesis 2:2 - 3 And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rest

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 29, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,668 views

    Jesus calls Christians to work for Him, but then after the work is done we are to rest in Him. It is when we work FOR the Lord that we then EARN rest ... not before.

    Rest Mark 6:30-34 Introduction - This morning I was blessed to rest for a service and take some time to recharge - I went out, got breakfast, took a walk, and just fellowshipped with those I met -- On a side note, if you go out to lunch on Sunday, you need to tip the staff -- I talked to 3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rest

    Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 21, 2021
     | 7,200 views

    I have a question for you: When is the last time you took a day off? Of course, the question to be asked is: what do I mean by DAY OFF? When is the last time you took a day off -> TO REST?

    REST I have a question for you: When is the last time you took a day off? That one should be pretty easy, of course there are some of you out there who are analyzing the question. And, of course, the question to be asked is: what do I mean by DAY OFF? So let me ask the question more directly: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rest Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Jul 29, 2025
     | 225 views

    Have you ever felt tired but you feel like you cannot stop working? What if you knew good reasons and ways to rest that would benefit your life tremendously? You are invited to learn about God’s design for rest!

    (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Rest Selected Scriptures (Video) Happy Mother's Day, Everyone! Last week I heard a conversation between my daughters. One said: "I'm not going to have ...read more

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    Rest

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 17, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 20,864 views

    If Jesus loves me and if God has forgiven me, then why isn't this Christianity thing working out for me... where is the abundant life that Jesus promised? This message is about acknowledging this truth and finding our way into His REST.

    Rest Matthew closes out the 11th chapter of his Gospel with these very familiar words. True words. God breathed words. Words that maybe God brought you into this room today the second Sunday of the year 2020… to speak directly to your heart, soul, mind and strength. Words that you may have heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rest

    Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 26,430 views

    There is a rest that is known only when we learn to come to Christ and to take up His yoke.

    REST Matthew 11:28-30 I love the “Peanuts” characters and comic strip, probably because I can so easily relate to Charlie Brown. In one of his strips, Charlie visits Lucy at her psychology booth, and she gives him this advice: “Life is a lot like a deck chair. Some place it to see where they ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness