Posts with the tag “sabbath-rest”

This Easter, we're invited to explore a often-overlooked aspect of Christ's resurrection: rest. The sermon delves into Hebrews 3 and 4, revealing that true rest isn't found in vacations, retirement, or worldly pursuits, but in the finished work of Jesus. We're reminded that God wove rest into creation, and despite humanity's fall, He continues to offer it. The key is recognizing that rest is found in a person - Jesus - not a place. His resurrection provides the rest our weary souls long for. We're called to 'strive to enter that rest' - a paradoxical concept that invites us to actively trust in Jesus' completed work rather than our own efforts. This message speaks directly to our weary souls, offering hope and a new perspective on what it means to find rest in a restless world.  Read More

The talk about the law has been more technical than some might prefer (just one more week). But there are real-life practical applications. One of those is how we approach the 10 Commandments. Some Christians obey them because they believe these commandments are the summation of God’s moral law. Others, like me and maybe some of you, look at them and see the consistency of God’s moral character de...  Read More