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In this message, Pastor Zach Maddox shows us that if we want to be among those who endure to the end, we must schedule regular rest. Our prayer is that this message encourages you to daily abide and weekly sabbath.

Notes:

Theme: To be among those who endure to the end, we must schedule regular rest.

Life Change Goal: Our prayer is that this message encourages you to daily abide and weekly sabbath.

Text: Matthew 11:28-12:14 (ESV)

1. Why is rest important?
   1. Genesis 2:1-3 (ESV)
2. What kinds of examples do we have of Jesus and rest?
   1. Mark 1:35 (ESV)
   2. Mark 6:31 (ESV)
   3. Matthew 11:28-30 (MSG)
3. How and when should we find rest?
   1. Jesus models three kinds of rest: spiritual, physical, and mental.
   2. Rest involves daily abiding (spiritual rest) and weekly sabbath (physical and mental rest).
   3. Components of sabbath rest include: stopping, caring for yourself, delighting, and contemplating.

Conclusion: To be among those who endure to the end, we must make rest a priority in our lives. Scripture declares it, Jesus models it, and experience proves it.

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Discussion Questions:

Start Talking. Find a conversation starter for your group.

• How was Christmas for you (and your family)?

Start Thinking. Ask a question to get your group thinking.

• How do you find rest?

Start Sharing. Choose a couple of questions to create openness.

• How and when do you abide daily?
• How and when do you weekly sabbath?
• What component of sabbath rest (stopping, caring for yourself, delighting, and contemplating) do you most need to work on?