Hebrews 4:10 For he that is entered into his rest, he also hath ceased from his own works, as God did from his.
Observing Sabbath-rest allows us to step into the same rhythm God established in creating the world. Scripture tells us that when God rested from His work, it wasn’t because He was tired, but because His work was complete (Genesis 2:1). God took joy in His accomplishment.
In Hebrews 4:10, the writer draws a parallel between God’s rest and ours: “for anyone who enters God’s rest also rests from their works, just as God did from his.” We’re invited to delight in His Presence and share in God’s Divine contentment.
This rest isn’t about taking a break from good works. It’s about surrendering the need to control by trusting in the completeness of God’s work. Our “rest” releases us from the burden of proving ourselves good enough to earn His love and approval. These things have been secured through Jesus’ finished work on the cross. When we step into this rhythm of rest we can find contentment that spills over into every part of our lives.
God is calling you to stop trying to do everything on your own, and instead find peace in Jesus’ finished work on the cross.
Lay down your burdens, not out of laziness, but surrender. Believe that the One who made the world also takes care of you.
Christians should endeavour to complete their work and live in obedience to God so that they can receive the reward of entering God’s rest.
Amen
