The Bible said in the text above the believer who does not enter into His rest will experience the wrath of God.
To take this to the extreme, the Israelites fell into unbelief and all the adults died in the desert without entering the Promised Land.
The example used in this text is the creation work of God was completed in six days. And, God rested on the seventh day. If our omnipotent God who lacks nothing believes in the importance of rest you and I need to follow this example.
The block to entering the rest of God is disobedience. The Israelites heard the voice of God and hardened their hearts.
The requirement to receive this promise is to cease from your works (or striving) as God did on the seventh day.
The life of a believer is under the authority of Jesus. He has power and dominion over the heavens and earth. You can accomplish nothing unless the Holy Spirit is directing your way. It is not by your might or strength but by the Spirit.
Start each day resting in Jesus. Seek out the will of God through prayer and commit your works to God. Resting does not mean to do nothing but you must be in relationship with the Living Christ through the Holy Spirit and walking by faith. This is how you will receive instructions from God.
The Christ follower can have a full load of intense work and responsibilities and still rest in God. Jesus desires to provide the order, peace and strength to meet all your challenges.
You cannot rest in God unless you are one with Jesus and listening to His voice. As a believer, you have the mind of Christ and He wants to direct you through all the moments of life.
Do not be controlled by the world. This will drain you. Rest in our omnipotent God and you will be able to conquer all things!
Jesus wants to enrich your life!
Hal Hollister Ministry 