Shabbat Shalom | Matt. 11:25-30
Matthew 11 is a turning point in Jesus’ ministry. The Jewish religious elite have rejected Jesus’ and are now
plotting his murder. Jesus has condemned cities where he spent the bulk of his ministry (2/3) for their unbelief. He declares that: All things have been handed over to me by my Father: He alone has the sole power and authority over all things. He is claiming to be God almighty. Then Jesus extends a gracious invitation for anyone to come to Him to find rest for their weary souls. He makes this promise of rest because He is the Lord of Rest, the Lord of the Sabbath. He alone is able to give you a Shabbat Shalom – a Restful Peace. The rest that every weary soul is longing for. For those who would be followers of Jesus, Jesus offers a gracious invitation that exchanges our restlessness for His rest.