Sermons on Resting On Your Laurels:

Rest

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 30, 2025

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

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rest PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

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

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Topics: Physical Rest, Spiritual Rest

Rest

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 29, 2011

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

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rest Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 22, 2023

This is the 20th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 2nd King". This Series is about King David.

Series: Israel’s 2nd King- David [#20] REST 2 Samuel 7:1-3 Introduction: David had made Jerusalem the Capital of Israel. The next important thing he did was to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem. The Ark represented the presence of God. Once he had accomplished this, he had the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

04 Rest For The Weary Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 28, 2011

R.E.L.A.X. - R – Realize God wants you to REST - E – Evaluate your CHOICES - L – Limit your Work - A – Adjust your VALUES - X - eXchange your pressure for God’s PEACE

Ps 23 Journey - From calmness through a dark valley into renewed security - Message of Ps. 23 – We are never alone - The psalm is bracketed with the LORD - Words that make-up the names of God? • “Jehovah Raha”… Psalm 23:1 - “The Lord is my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Baptist

Rest-Less Or Rest-Full? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 27, 2010

When we observe God’s prescribed Sabbath we are led into at least the types of rest.

“Law & Order: SPU – Rest-less or Rest-full?” Ex. 20:8-11; Heb. 3:7-411 Has anyone ever said to you something like “You know, you wouldn’t be so tired if…?” or “You’d have more energy if…?” How did they fill in the blank? How is your life? Are you rest-less or rest-full? God has told us that our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Making The Most Of The Rest Of Your Life Series

Contributed by Tim Olson on Mar 18, 2001

Introduction to Philippians Series

Philippians: Introduction Making the Most of the Rest of Your Life KBF & 00-03-18 & Tim Olson *PowerPoint file available on our web site: http://kbftokyo.org INTRO: A LITTLE BIT OF BACKGROUND MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE Last week after church I came across a piece of paper someone left on one of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1

Let Your Spirit Rest In Me

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 22, 2002

You are the temple of the Holy Spirit

Let Your Spirit Rest in Me HHM Pastor Jim Parisi 6-23-02 Today I am going to speak on the Holy Spirit. Most do not have much understanding about the third part of the God head. Many questions arise when we ask about this part of the trinity Let’s see first where the bible tells who and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Back To Your Resting Place

Contributed by James May on Sep 29, 2002

There is a place of rest for the people of God. A place where we can live in victory, free from condemnation and fear of losing our souls.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:6-8, Hebrews 4:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Enjoy The Rest Of Your Life

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 1, 2008

The Secret of a Satisfying Life

How to Enjoy the Rest of Your Life 1 Th 2:4-10 Philippians 4:11-12 ".. I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation..." • One hundred years ago ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Labor Day For The Rest Of Your Life Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Sep 1, 2015

Labor Day in the United States has traditionally been a day to cease from one’s labors and rest. God offers a lifetime of rest to all who will cease from their fleshly labors and enter His rest. Easier said than done! So, how is this possible?

Dr. Lewis Gregory “For he that is entered into His rest, he also has ceased from his own works, as God did from His” (Hebrews 4:10 AKJV). Introduction (personal testimony): Labor Day in the United States has traditionally been a day to cease from one’s labors and rest. God offers a lifetime of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:10, 1 Corinthians 15:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resting Your Soul From Stress

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Jul 26, 2011

Your life is a lot like a Rubber band...some stress is good b/c it tends to motivate us, but too much stress will break us altogether. Key is knowing when to allow the band to rest from the stress.

Mt. 11:28-30 Your life is a lot like a Rubber band Some stress is good b/c it tends to motivate us, but too much stress will break us altogether. Key is knowing when to allow the band to rest from the stress. Apostle Paul said it this way We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sabbath: Enjoy The Rest Of Your Life Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 24, 2018

Who said Sunday is the new Sabbath? Roman Emperor Constantine did in 321 A.D. The Roman Catholic Church did. The Church of England did, and the Puritans did. But the Bible never did.

INTRODUCTION The wife of a man who died assumed they had plenty of money so she gave him a very nice funeral and a fancy tombstone that said, “Rest in Peace.” However, when the estate was settled she learned he had wasted all their money on gambling and bad investments. This made her so angry she ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

The "rest" Of Your Life Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Oct 26, 2023

Do you ever get tired? Weary? Ready for life to slow down? Perhaps you need peace inside. Hebrews 4 is written to some people who were tired. They were ready to give up on Jesus, and perhaps life all together. Where do we find rest?

Christmas is coming! Did you know that its only 57 days away? Any of you have your Christmas tree up yet? I wondered when the earliest day it is appropriate to put up your Christmas tree. The magazine, Southern Living tells me that “Black Friday.” Yet, I often find myself humming Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Rest From The Struggle Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 24, 2019

If you want to find rest from the struggle in your own life, trust the Lord, obey the Lord, and wait on the Lord.

A man was standing in the water when he asked a friend on the shore, “Are there any alligators in this river?” The man on shore said, “No, not a single one,” but his friend in the water was not convinced. So the man in the water asked again, “Are you sure there are no alligators? Because if there ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 11:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free