Enter Into God's Rest — Zac Poonen — April 22, 2023
https://rlcf.church/media/sermons/enter-into-gods-rest River of Life Christian Fellowship 1306 N Lincoln Avenue Loveland, Colorado - 80537, USA
Summary
The sermon centers on finding true rest in God amidst the constant unrest of life, comparing it to Jesus's invitation in Matthew 11:28-30. True rest is found not in a period of calm, but in following Jesus's gentle and humble yoke, which requires surrender to His will. This inner rest is a divine gift that allows believers to remain calm and centered even when surrounded by life's storms.
Outline
The message in plain words, in the order it unfolds. Select a time to jump the video to that moment.
Singing before the crossJesus and His disciples sang a hymn just before facing the agony of the cross, demonstrating an inner rest that remains unshaken no matter the circumstances.
Come to me and I will give you restJesus invites all who are weary and heavy laden to take His yoke upon them, walking side by side with Him to learn gentleness and humility.Matthew 11:28–30
Entering God's restThe Israelites failed to enter Canaan—a picture of God's rest—because of disobedience, but God still intends for believers today to experience inner peace amidst life's storms.
No condemnation in ChristSelf-condemnation and discouragement destroy spiritual life and bring unrest, but God sent His Son to save rather than condemn, leaving no condemnation for those in Christ.
Road signs of no entryTreat self-condemnation and discouragement like 'no entry' road signs, refusing to travel down those miserable roads ever again.
Humble yourself and stop judgingHuman beings naturally judge others and even judge people's motives, but James commands us to humble ourselves before God, who is the sole judge and lawgiver.
Living with your wife in an understanding wayHusbands are commanded to live with their wives with understanding, recognizing them as physically and emotionally weaker vessels and honoring them as fellow heirs of life.1 Peter 3:7
The only thing serious is sinWhen household routines fail or things go wrong, maintain peace by remembering that the only thing truly serious is sin, not uncompleted work or minor mistakes.
Seeking the power of the Holy SpiritA life of quiet rest near the heart of God is made possible through the filling and ongoing strength of the Holy Spirit.
