The sabbath rest spoken of here begins when we put our trust in Jesus Christ. It is perfected, or completed, in heaven. The Israelites missed out on this rest because they knew all about God, but they didn't put their trust in Him. They had no relationship with Him.
How do you know if you have a relationship or just a knowledge of God? Think of it in terms of the people in your life. You know who President Obama is - he's in the news, you've read about him, you've even heard him speak. But do you know really know him? No. How about an actor, actress, or music group? I like to watch "The Voice." I see the judges, I can read about their lives, listen to them talk. But I don't know them. They aren't friends. Now, think about your friends and your family. Do you know their favorite color? If they like snow or sun? What their favorite food is? Do you share your heart with them? Do you tell them your secrets? How about God? Is He just someone you've read about, been taught about? Or is He your friend? Do you talk to Him? Do you trust Him?
The last part of this chapter tells us that God knows us - everything about us. His Word, the Bible tells us all about Him. It's living & breathing. So, get into the Word and start talking to God. Get that friendship moving!
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