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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "Keys To A Good Night Rest"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 22, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,139 views

    David shares key to why he sleeps well.

    “Keys to a good night of rest” Psalm 4 1-8 1. David key to rest or sleep is ongoing period of prayer • He boldly asserts "I will " in verse 8, "I will both lie down and sleep in peace; for you alone, O LORD, make me lie down in safe • Sometimes we feel God is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Prayer Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 22, 2011
    based on 45 ratings
     | 32,892 views

    1- Pray that you will be more loving 2- Pray that you will be more discerning 3- Pray that you will be more righteous

    INTRO.- There is a difference between prayer and meditation. ILL.- Two good old friends were meeting. "How are you and your family?" asks the one. "Oh we’re all fine". The other one answers, "We’re all healthy and are working. But how ’bout your son?? Is he still not working??" "Not at ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 612 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of private prayer, emphasizing it as a personal, intimate dialogue with God that promises spiritual blessings.

    Grace and peace to you, dear friends. As we gather in this sacred space, we are reminded of the incredible bond that unites us all - our shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are not merely a crowd of individuals, but a community, a family, tied together by the crimson thread of ...read more

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    Rest From The Issues Of Life

    Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Aug 24, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 27,818 views

    What does REST mean to you? The woman with the issue of blood entered into her rest when five things happened in her life. Be blessed by this sermon that highlights those five things that can make us enter into the rest God has promised us.

    Text: Luke 8:42-48 Jesus tells us in Matthew 11:28-30 to come to Him and we will find rest for our souls. Luke 8:42-48 is an account of a woman who came to Jesus and received rest for her soul. This woman had an issue she had been battling with for 12 years. For 12 years she had an issue of blood, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    What A Place To Rest And Sleep

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,948 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

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prayer Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 10, 2022
     | 2,247 views

    As Christians, we all want to be more like Jesus. We all know that this life is about seeking after that one goal every day so that others might see Jesus in us and want to come to Him. Here are some practical ways to achieve the goal.

    PRAYER [part 1] My son-in-law asked me if I would tell him how to become a more Christlike person. I had already decided to write an article on the subject, 'How can I become a more Christlike person.' I responded with, 'I CAN; GIVE ME A COUPLE OF DAYS TO REVIEW THE INFO ON THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Todd Hudnall avatar

    How To Find Spiritual Rest

    Contributed by Todd Hudnall on Jan 20, 2002
    based on 424 ratings
     | 35,359 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

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Offers Real Rest

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jul 29, 2012
     | 6,671 views

    Jesus Offers Real Rest 1) To hardworking disciples; 2) To clueless crowds

    A favorite topic of conversation at this time of year is vacation plans. I think I can tell you what most of my friends from the gym are doing for their summer holidays. One is going to Hawaii. Another ran a mountain race over the Crow’s Nest Pass. Another drove twenty plus hours to the B.C. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 51,259 views

    Four examples of prayer from the early church.

    Intro: A bus driver and a minister were standing in line to get into heaven. The bus driver approached the gate and St. Peter said, "Welcome, I understand you were a bus driver. Since I’m in charge of housing, I believe I have found the perfect place for you. See that mansion over the hilltop? It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Entering Your Season Of Rest

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 6, 2025
     | 147 views

    God’s plan for His children is not endless struggle but divine rest that flows from trusting, obeying, and walking with Him.

    ENTERING YOUR SEASON OF REST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 11:28-30 Key Verse: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 4:9-11; Exodus 33:14; Psalm 62:1-2; Isaiah 14:3 INTRODUCTION: Every believer ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fallen Angels Have No Rest

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 24, 2016
     | 3,851 views

    To show that fallen angels have no rest because they are no longer permitted in GOD's Presence and when they are there, they are tormented instead of resting, now it's on the hunt to possess physical bodies for their rest.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you able to find rest? Psalms 62:1 (New International Version) My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that fallen angels have no rest because they are no longer permitted in GOD's ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Rest We All Need

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Sep 11, 2025
     | 442 views

    Looking at how we can find that deep soul rest that we all need.

    Good morning, church! Today, we’re diving into one of the most comforting invitations in all of Scripture. Jesus says in Matthew 11:28, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." Does that word rest sound good to you today? I don’t know about you, but I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Rest Only In God.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 16, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,002 views

    The Christian faith, after all, is deeply personal. When we abide in Christ, we rest in God.

    OUR REST ONLY IN GOD. Psalm 84:1-4. At the end of the celebration of Passover, in Jewish homes scattered throughout the world, the parting toast is, ‘Next year in Jerusalem!’ The sentiment echoes a common consciousness, a restlessness if you will, which is forever drawing God’s people back ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Rogers avatar

    Claiming The Promised Rest Of God

    Contributed by David Rogers on Dec 20, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,961 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

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Enter God's Rest Series

    Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 12, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 33,456 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

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    Denomination: Baptist