Sermons on work and rest:

The Value Of Rest

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 14, 2002

Rest is important. Here are four reasons why.

By and large, Americans don’t value rest and relaxation. On the contrary, we’ve made a virtue of unceasing labor; we brag about how busy we are, as if the hectic pace of our lives is proof that we’re important and significant. We feel guilty when we’re not working, and we’re suspicious of anyone ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Resting For Greatness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 1, 2024

The Sabbath was on Saturday, and yet we worship on Sunday. Why do we do that, and what lessons from the Jewish Sabbath can we learn as Christians?

Before we get into the heart of the sermon I want to address idea of the Sabbath. The Sabbath was the 7th day of the week and that’s SATURDAY. On the Sabbath, Jews would worship God, spend time with their families. And… essentially, they did little else. The Sabbath was a DAY OF REST. In fact, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28, Colossians 2:11-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Really Meant By Sabbath (Shabbat)?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 4, 2018

The Sabbath is discussed in the New Testament in two ways. Beloved, There is a New Testament Sabbath, that is by far, the most important of the two Sabbaths. First portion of this Message is Based on a Sermon by David Dykes (Which I commend to you).

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service four Scriptures Readings are shared before the Message. The Scriptures assigned for this day are Deuteronomy 5:6-21; Psalm 81:1-17; 2 Corinthians 4:1-12 and Mark 2:23-28. The wife ... of a man who had recently died ... assumed ... they were well off ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28, Colossians 2:14-17, Hebrews 4:9-10, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Anglican

The Work Of Your Own Hands Series

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Nov 30, 2011

How we connect with God and the rest of creation through the works of our own hands.

RECONNECTING SERIES - Message #6 Reconnecting Through Work 11-27-11 SCRIPTURE READING: Genesis 1:20-31, 2:15-17 20 And God said, "Let the waters swarm with swarms of living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth across the expanse of the heavens." 21 So God created the great sea creatures ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:20-31

Denomination: *other

I Will Watch You Work

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Mar 1, 2021

If we like to watch others work, why do we have difficulty looking for or watching God work in our lives?

I will watch you work Philippians 1:6 NKJ being confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ; The AMP says I am convinced and confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will [continue to] perfect ...read more

Scripture: John 3:34-36, Zechariah 4:6-7, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Rested Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 1, 2021

Many times, in life we will not take time to rest because we feel a sense of guilt if we slow down and take some time to rest

INTRODUCTION • Do you ever need a break? • According to the September 13, 2019, article from Yahoo News, American workers working at least 50 hours per week feel burned out. • The article states the following: › "Americans working long hours are burning out. › Their health is suffering, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learn To Sabbath

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 9, 2014

Work and overscheduling is something that can absolutely take every thought captive and every moment hostage... when that happens, we have a problem that needs a solution. Rest is God's solution for us.

SEVEN: LEARN TO SABBATH EXODUS 20:8-11 VIDEO: TOP 10 COUNTDOWN ILLUSTRATION…newsonrelevantscience.blogspot.com/2011/07/united-states-of-workaholics-10-telling.html The United States of Workaholics: 10 Telling Stats You Should Know #1 Thirty-four percent of American adults don't take their ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Promise Of Rest Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 26, 2018

This message looks at the type of rest that Jesus promises and who it was promised to.

Pinky Swear, rest Sometimes you hear people talk about how hard they work and how tired they are. But in 2018 in North America, I’m not sure that we have that completely in perspective. And I understand that there are different types of work and different types of tired. I was in a meeting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

Working 24/7

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002

God gave the sabbath command not to restrict us but to free us for rest and faith in Him to provide.

July 2, 2000 Exodus 20:8-11; Deuteronomy 5:12-15 “Working 24/7” INTRODUCTION A Sunday School teacher was telling her children about the importance of observing the Sabbath Day. "I never go FISHING on a Sunday!" piped up little Johnny. "VERY GOOD, Johnny!" said the teacher. "Won’t you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Deuteronomy 5:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Free Time

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 7, 2023

Grace does not free us FROM the Sabbath, grace frees us FOR the Sabbath.

“I can be just as good a Christian without going to church,” said my friend Connie. “Besides, that’s the only day I get to sleep in. Isn’t it supposed to be a day of rest?” “That’s right,” said Walter. “Going to church just takes too big a bite out of my week. It’s just not realistic to expect ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Greatest Rest Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 15, 2021

Hebrews 4 is the great rest chapter of the Bible, for the word rest is used 9 times in this chapter, and that is more than any other entire book of the Bible.

Heaven is so appealing because it is a place where all negatives are forever eliminated. No more war and struggle on every level, but peace and security with all threats gone. It is a place of rest from all the strife of life. God’s goal is to share with all of His people the blessedness of rest, ...read more

"Works, Works. Works!" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 16, 2002

We’re not saved by works, but are God’s works, created to walk in good works. (#19 in the Every Spiritual Blessing Series)

In verses 8 and 9 of Ephesians 2 we come to some words that are so familiar to those who have been Christians for a while, that they are almost too familiar. We’ve heard them preached and taught and debated; used as a sword against legalism, and unfortunately, a shield against any call to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Orthodox

Remember To Keep The Day Of Rest Seperate From Your Work Week Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Sep 19, 2002

The devil’s world will tell you it is honorable, respectable and godly to work 24/7. God says the penalty for doing so is death.

Joe Bedy Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Fl 33711 September 19, 2002 Exodus 20:8-11 Exo 20:8 "Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Exo 20:9 Six days you shall labor and do all your work, Exo 20:10 but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rest Of Your Life

Contributed by Steve Smith on Feb 8, 2010

A reminder that when we try just a little harder proving our obedience and when we recognize our inability and His complete ability, then we will find the blessings from being involved in His work!

Introduction Two Texans were trying to impress each other with the size of their ranches. One asked the other, “What’s the name of your ranch?” He replied, “The Rocking R, ABC, Flying W Circle C, Bar U, Staple Four, Box D, Rolling M, Rainbow’s End, Silver Spur ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Work Work Work

Contributed by Brian Harvison on Sep 12, 2008

A Labor Day sermon on how we need to get to work for God from the life of Aquila and Priscilla

Work Work Work Acts 18:1-3 For most Americans tomorrow is a holiday Its Labor Day, & in the opinion of some, it is the most hypocritical of all of our holidays. They say that if Labor Day is a celebration of the unique rights & freedoms that we, as workers, enjoy in our nation That if we’re really ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-3

Denomination: Baptist