Post-Christian Jesus
Looking for Rest - Week 4
July 25, 2021 | By Ben Foote
God’s invitation to rest is an idea counter-cultural to many of us. Does Jesus’ way of life still make sense for the modern world?
SETLIST
- “House Of The Lord” by Phil Wickham
Available on “House Of The Lord” by Phil Wickham - “Kingdom Of Heaven” by Flatirons Music
- “God of Revival” by Bethel Music
Available on “God of Revival” by Bethel Music - “Peace Be Still” by The Belonging Co.
Available on “All The Earth (Live)” by The Belonging Co.
GROUP QUESTIONS
- As a group, read both Exodus 20:8-11 and its parallel in Deuteronomy 5:12-15. What do you notice and what questions do you have?
- These passages give two special reasons for why God wanted His people to rest. What were they, and why might they be important?
- Ben spoke about how we can often substitute true rest for escape or distraction. Which methods of escape or distraction do you sometimes pursue? What are the short-term and long-term results of this in our lives?
- How did this week’s message encourage you to remember and honor God’s gift of rest? What barriers or concerns might you still have?
- What steps will you take to make space for rest in your life?
- How does God’s gift of rest (especially as shown in Deuteronomy 5:12-15) remind you of His gift of salvation?
