Why Rest? Why Sabbath?
Channel: Chapelstreet Church
Date: 2023-03-24

Why rest?

When was the last time you felt rested? No, not just bodily rest—but soul rest. When was the last time you felt a deep, internal sense of calm, security, and peace?

Jesus says in Matthew 11:28–29, “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

Did you catch those last four words? Jesus wants to give rest to your soul. He wants to give you the kind of rest that is most foundational, sustainable, fortifying, satisfying, nourishing, restorative. The One who calmed the waves with a word wants to settle your soul with his presence. And this Savior is not aloof to your suffering. Jesus knows your pain. He knows your fears. He knows every anxiety of your soul—even those you don’t fully understand—and he wants to carry these burdens for you.

Jesus is an unplumbable well of respite for his people, and he beckons you to draw on him for rest today. What does resting in Christ look like practically? Pastor Sterling Moore explains in today’s video.

This is Day 10 of our 20 Days on Following Jesus series. Find the rest of the series here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0lnY-4k_FoicFce0YaSUseBovJiNQ7GO 

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