Playlist: Rest (topic)
The Day God Rested
Sermonette by Ryan McClureGod gave the Sabbath as a blessing for man, which, if kept correctly, gives rejuvenating rest, a relief from stress, and a defense against illness.
God's Rest and the Millennium
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Feast of Tabernacles offers a profound sense of rest, a foretaste of God's rest during the Millennium, the thousand-year reign of Jesus Christ as King of kings. This feast allows a temporary escape from the world for seven days, plus the Last Great Day, providing a glimpse of what life will be like in that future time of …
The Sabbath: Rest
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughIn a nation driven by relentless work and self-sufficiency, the sweetness of rest after long hours of labor is undeniable. Yet, true rest often eludes us, as even after a grueling day, more tasks await at home—mowing the lawn, fixing the faucet, or running errands. The endless cycle of work persists, casting a shadow over …
God's Rest (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughAt the culmination of the creative process, as depicted in Genesis 1:31 through Genesis 2:4, the concept of rest emerges as a pivotal theme. The key term here is "rested," which signifies a state of completion and satisfaction. God rested from His labor, not out of weariness, but from a sense of fulfillment in a job well done, …
The 'Rest' of Hebrews 4
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe concept of rest is central to understanding God's promises and the spiritual journey of His people. Rest, as highlighted in Hebrews 4, carries profound significance, appearing nine times in the chapter to emphasize its importance to our spiritual well-being. It is linked to the promises made to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, who …
God's Rest (Part 2)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe two principal robbers of peace are pride and the drive to have complete control of our lives. Discontent and imagined victimization led Adam and Eve into sin.
Remember the Sabbath Day
Sermonette by Hunter D. SwansonAll of God's people have at times felt overwhelmed by grief and exhaustion, needing a genuine rehabilitative rest. The Sabbath restores spiritual strength.
Ode to Sleep
Sermonette by Jarod RitenbaughRest is an essential element for mankind. It is also a metaphor for God's short- and long-term message of His Kingdom.
Simplifying Life (Part Five)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. MaasThe seventh-day Sabbath is God's design for rest, sanctification, and restoration, both today and for the entire creation in the Kingdom of God.
Shabbat Shalom
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaThe word shalom denotes 'making something whole' or returned to well-being or good health. True biblical shalom refers to inner completeness and wholeness.
The Fourth Commandment (Part 4)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughFocusing on material and temporal things undermines faith. The Sabbath is holy time, created for building faith, energizing our minds for fellowship with God.
Imagining the Garden of Eden (Part Eight)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Garden of Eden was the perfect place for mankind to get its start, a place where Adam and Eve could become acquainted with God and developed godliness.
Be Still!
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe end-time proclivity of 'running to and fro' like so many ants is not something of God. He did not intend for us to live in such a fast-paced world.
Stewardship of God's Temple (Part Three)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. MaasHumanity has been disobeying the laws of sleep and rest, leading to a cumulative sleep-debt which has shortened and deteriorated the quality of their lives.
Sabbathkeeping (Part 1)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughHow and why a person keeps the Sabbath determines whether this test commandment is really a sign between God and His people or an act of futility.
The Removal of the Originator of Sin
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaOne of the blessings which occurs at the beginning of the Millenium will be the removal of the originator of sin, the dragon, serpent, Satan the devil.
Understanding Shemitah and Jubilee Cycles
Sermonette by Clyde FinkleaPeople have speculated that Jesus Christ will return at the beginning of a Jubilee year, on the 120th year of Jubilees following 6,000 years.
Without Me, Nothing! (Part One)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsThe miraculous catch of 153 fish seems to be an anticlimactic ending after Thomas' worship, but the incident is symbolic of Christ's rule over the Church.
Everlasting Consolation and Good Hope
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod's saints are not immune to depression. Job, Moses, and Elijah all felt so overwhelmed, they wanted God to take their lives.
Asa
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughAsa left a few things undone, losing steam in his later years and playing it safe. Idolatry was so ingrained in the land that Asa grew weary in well-doing.
Our Reasonable Service
Sermonette by Bill OnisickOne really cannot have proper spiritual health without maintaining a physical regime of diet, exercise, and rest. We have a responsibility to educate ourselves.
How God Deals With Conscience (Part Two)
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe may have guilty consciences like Joseph's brothers and self-pity like Jacob, but we can break through if we acknowledge God as Jacob and Elisha did.
Imagining The Garden of Eden (Part Four)
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Garden of Eden was probably prepared or planted after Adam was created so he could see God at work, providing him an example of diligence and satisfaction.
Overcoming Discouragement and Depression
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsEven loyal servants of God have had to contend with depression and discouragement. Antidotes include rest, refocus, right expectations, and obedient actions.