Discover the profound message of finding true rest and identity in Christ, as shared at Durbin Memorial Baptist Church. This week's focus delves into the purpose of rest, emphasizing that true rest is found in God, not apart from Him. Ecclesiastes 3 and 12:13-14 remind us that our identity is not within ourselves but in God. Explore Jesus' call to discipleship in Matthew 10:34-39, which highlights the spiritual division that comes with following Him. Learn about the cost of discipleship, prioritizing Christ over family, and taking up our cross. Matthew 10:39 teaches that losing our life for Christ's sake leads to true, abundant life. Reflect on finding your identity in Christ and prioritizing your relationship with Him. Embrace the challenge to find rest in God, spend time in prayer and scripture, and realign your priorities to follow Christ wholeheartedly. Keywords: true rest, identity in Christ, Ecclesiastes, Matthew 10, discipleship, self-denial, spiritual division, abundant life.

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