So then, there remains a Sabbath rest for the people of God, for whoever has entered God’s rest has also rested from his works as God did from His. (Hebrews 4:9-10)
Did God get tired and need a break after His work of creation? Of course not. He rested to set an example for us.
We know that we need physical rest after physical work, yet all-too-often we fail to receive the spiritual rest God desires for us. We run around doing good deeds or feel guilty for not spending more time in prayer, all the while hoping we’ll do enough to please the Father.
But if you’re in Christ, God is already pleased with you!
If you’re striving and straining to earn God’s favor, relax, Jesus took care of that for you! If you’re working and struggling trying to make God happy with you, relax, Jesus took care of that for you!
Today, let God’s love for you in Christ give rest to your soul and freedom to your mind, and let your heart be encouraged by this truth: Jesus wants to set you free from works.
–Pastor Phillip
