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You Really Can Rest | Hebrews 4 | Stop Striving and Find Rest in Jesus
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- Compassion Church
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- Feb 23, 2026
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- 2220
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Summary
Are you exhausted? Not just physically — but spiritually. Emotionally. Mentally. In Hebrews 4, we’re reminded of a powerful truth: You really can rest. So many believers are worn out because we’ve confused relationship with religion. We’ve turned faith into a checklist. We strive for approval instead of resting in grace. But Jesus didn’t come so we could perform better. He came so we could rest deeper. In this message, we explore: The difference between religion and relationship Why striving keeps you spiritually stuck How the Word of God lovingly exposes what’s exhausting you What it means to boldly approach the throne of grace How Jesus, our Great High Priest, understands your weakness You don’t have to earn what Jesus already paid for. It’s time to step off the treadmill and rest. If this message encouraged you, share it with someone who’s running on empty. #CompassionChurch #RestInJesus #Hebrews4 #GraceOverStriving #faithnotreligion 00:00 – Welcome & Church Vision 01:00 – A Hospital and a Discipleship Factory 03:00 – Why We Study Books of the Bible 05:00 – You Really Can Rest 06:30 – Religion vs. Relationship 09:00 – Striving vs. Resting 12:00 – The Promised Land & Faith 16:00 – Make Every Effort to Enter Rest 18:00 – You Are Enough 20:00 – The Treadmill Illustration 22:00 – The Word of God Exposes the Heart 24:00 – Surgery, Not Shame 26:00 – Jesus Our Great High Priest 28:00 – Come Boldly to the Throne of Grace 30:00 – A Moment to Rest 32:00 – Invitation to Salvation 35:00 – Closing Prayer & Response