In this episode of the Redeeming Truth Podcast, Pastors Todd Burgett, Dale Thackrah, Jason Stinson, Darrell Harrison, and Dave Jordan sit down to explore a type of rest far deeper than just taking a day off—soul rest through Jesus Christ.

Drawing from passages like Matthew 11, Hebrews 4, Isaiah 26, and Acts 2, the pastors discuss how true rest is not about inactivity or escape, but a spiritual reality grounded in the finished work of Christ.

Together, they unpack what it means to rest in God's promises, how to fight anxiety with gospel truth, and why fellowship, humility, and biblical community are vital in experiencing lasting peace.
???? Is your soul restless?
???? Do you feel the pressure to achieve, perform, and carry your burdens alone?
???? Are you longing for the kind of peace that can’t be taken away?
Then this conversation is for you.

Navigation:
00:00 - Introduction & Overview of Spiritual Rest
01:18 - The Importance of Remembering What Jesus Has Done
01:52 - The Completeness of Christ’s Work and Rest for Our Souls
03:00 - Sabbath Rest as a Shadow of Greater Rest in Christ
03:31 - Achieving vs. Resting in Christ; Grace and Peace
04:09 - Jesus’ Invitation to Soul Rest
04:28 - The Command to Come to Jesus for Rest
06:14 - Meekness and Resting in God’s Dealings
08:04 - Biblical vs. Cultural Meekness; Humility
09:17 - Meekness as Dependence on Christ
09:44 - Anxiety, Treasures on Earth, and Seeking God’s Kingdom
10:33 - Discontentment and Trusting God as Provider
11:39 - Trusting Christ vs. Trusting Self
12:16 - Keeping Our Mind on God for Perfect Peace
13:34 - The Disciples’ Distraction and the Need for Faith
14:33 - Rest as Contentment and Trust; Jeremiah’s Ancient Paths
15:32 - The Invitation to Rest for All Believers
16:22 - Jesus Rebukes Burden-Givers; Helping Each Other
17:16 - Suffering Prepares Us to Help Others
17:35 - “Burden” and Christ’s Yoke
18:13 - Fellowship and Bearing One Another’s Burdens
20:53 - Resting in Christ Frees Us from Worrying About Others’ Opinions
21:11 - Biblical Counseling as Communal Remembrance
21:33 - Confessing Sin and Praying Together in the Church
23:09 - The Church as a Place of Rest and Support
24:35 - Building Prayer and Fellowship into Church Ministries
24:50 - Encouragement to Take Advantage of Prayer Opportunities
25:06 - Pastors Praying for the Congregation
26:11 - The Value of Fellowship and Shared Experiences
26:55 - The Lie of Being Alone and the Importance of Community
27:22 - The Danger of Isolation and Self-Centeredness
27:35 - The Flesh’s Desire for Isolation vs. the Spirit’s Call to Fellowship
27:56 - Acts 2:42 and the Purpose of Church Fellowship
28:47 - Worship as a Two-Way Street: Giving and Receiving
29:50 - The Purpose of Worship and Testimony in the Church
31:45 - Letting Your Light Shine Before Others
32:32 - Individual and Communal Rest in Christ
33:21 - Serving Others After Experiencing God’s Rest
33:43 - Jesus’ Peace vs. the World’s Peace
34:08 - The Mission to Share Rest and Peace with Others
34:41 - Rest Empowers Us for Gospel Ministry
34:58 - Grace and Rest
35:09 - Invitation to Find Rest in Christ
36:12 - Podcast Outro and Ministry Announcements

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