Sermons on Resting In The Bible:

The Role Of Gatekeepers In The Bible SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Exploring the importance of gates and gatekeepers in the Scriptures.

Gates play a significant role in the Scriptures, and at every gate, there are gatekeepers. In the Bible, gates and gatekeepers are mentioned frequently. For instance, in 2 Chronicles 23:19, it is mentioned that gatekeepers were appointed at the gates of the house of the Lord to prevent anyone who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 23:19

Topics: Biblical Significance, Role Of Gatekeepers

Types Of Fasts In The Bible

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 15, 2025

In the Old and New Testaments, we see different types of fasts that brought about supernatural results. Each fast had a distinct purpose and pattern, but all had one common factor: they were directed toward God and done with sincerity of heart.

TYPES OF FASTS IN THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:16-18 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 58:6-9, Esther 4:16, Daniel 10:2-3, Joel 2:12, Acts 13:1-3 INTRODUCTION: Fasting is one of the most powerful spiritual disciplines in the Bible. It is a God-ordained means of humbling ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Retirement In The Bible (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 17, 2025

The word "retire" is only used 2x in the Bible. There are no references in the New Testament.

Numbers 8: 23 Now the Lord spoke to Moses, saying, 24 “This is what applies to the Levites: from twenty-five years old and upward [a]they shall enter to perform service in the work of the tent of meeting. But at the age of fifty years they shall retire from service in the work and not work any ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 8:23

Denomination: Vineyard

Marriage According To The Bible

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Aug 18, 2025

It is not accurate to say that Marriage was instituted to make us happy; it is more Biblical to say marriage was created for five main reasons

Why did God Create Marriage? Gen. 2:18 1. It’s Purpose: Where Does Our Happiness Fit In? Someone said “The individual does not even think to ask ‘how important is my happiness,’ because it is accidentally assumed to be of paramount importance, all the time, by everyone.” • Gary Thomas in his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Bible Church

Studying The Bible Effectively PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to harness, honor, and apply God's Word in their lives, allowing it to transform, shape, and guide their daily actions.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a joy and a blessing to stand before you today, with hearts united in our shared love and reverence for the Word of God. We are gathered here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in this divine discourse, ready to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 119:11, James 1:22

Topics: Bible Study, Commitment

He Maketh Me To Lie Down In Green Pastures Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 9, 2016

The presence and the care of the shepherd causes the sheep to rest.

He Maketh Me To Lie Down In Green Pastures Psalms 23:1-6 “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures;” Maketh: Not with some force, but instead causes me to lie down It is almost impossible to get sheep to lie down because of their nature. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Our Eternal Rest (Hebrews 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 21, 2024

Did the Sabbath rest and a land of rest, picture our true rest in Christ for all eternity? Let's discuss this in Hebrews 4.

Did the Sabbath rest and Israel’s rest from Egyptian slavery in the land of promise picture a better rest and a better promised land in eternity? Do we who have believed enter that rest? Why did a generation rest on the day of rest, but not enter the land of rest? Is there a rest that another ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Honor The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Dec 5, 2019

In The Fourth Commandment God Gave Instructions About The Observance Of One Day In Our Week That Is More Than A Weekend. ''Remember The Sabbath Day.''

4th commandment So Far In The Series:Review 1st 3 commandments Exodus 20 (NKJV)The Ten Commandments 20 And God spoke all these words, saying:2 “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of [a]bondage.3 “You shall have no other gods before Me.4 “You ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Four Yokes

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 9, 2017

God will break the yokes that are not from him.

14A A yoke is a wooden crosspiece that is fastened over the necks of two animals and attached to the cart or plow that they are to pull. There are four kinds of yokes-- (1).Unyoked means single. Many of you are unyoked (single). For some, it is a gift from God and your vocation. (2). Unequally ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Catholic

The Providence Of God

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 18, 2002

When the circumstances of life knock us down, the only sure footing we have is the Word of God and confidence in the providence of God.

The Providence Of God Rom. 8:28 Introduction Have you ever been swimming at the seashore and found yourself knocked down by the waves and suddenly you’re in trouble. You remember how that can happen if a big wave comes and knocks you down and you go in over your head. You begin to thrash around ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Man PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the profound truth of Jesus Christ as our only Savior, the rest we can find in Him, and the danger of rejecting Him.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to be diving into the beautiful and powerful words of Isaiah 9:6. "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Topics: Rest, Christ

I Survived It! The Struggle Is Over (Rest) PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Despite the inevitable struggles and anxieties we face in life, we can find everlasting joy, comfort, and strength in God's favor and love, as reminded in Psalm 30:5.

Friends, welcome! I’m glad you’re here with us today. We're going to dive into the Word of God, specifically Psalm 30:5, where we're reminded, "For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but joy comes in the morning." This verse is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:5

Topics: Struggle, Rest

The Greatest Psong Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 14, 2015

The 23rd Psalm has been called the greatest Psalm. It is the best-loved, most-heard and most memorized.

From Frank Sinatra to Rock-and-roll, and from country classics to Christian hymns, everyone loves some type of music. We listen to it in our cars, in our offices, in department stores, in elevators and on our smart phones. Simply stated, music moves us. The Bible is filled with music. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Nothing Left But God

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 17, 2024

A wise Bible teacher once said, sooner or later, God will bring self-sufficient people to the place where they have no resource, but him- No strength, No answers, nothing but him. Without God’s help, they’re sunk.

Nothing Left But God. 2 Chronicles 20. A wise Bible teacher once said, sooner or later, God will bring self-sufficient people to the place where they have no resource, but him- No strength, No answers, nothing but him. Without God’s help, they’re sunk. He then told of a despairing man who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:12, Exodus 14:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Looking For Loopholes

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 11, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 25: 1 – 55

Leviticus 25: 1 – 55 Looking for loopholes 25 And the LORD spoke to Moses on Mount Sinai, saying, 2 “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘When you come into the land which I give you, then the land shall keep a Sabbath to the LORD. 3 Six years you shall sow your field, and six years ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel