Hebrews 4:9 Meaning
There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God.
Context Explained
7Again, he limiteth a certain day, saying in David, To day, after so long a time; as it is said, To day if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts.
8For if Jesus had given them rest, then would he not afterward have spoken of another day.
9There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God.
10For he that is entered into his rest, he also hath ceased from his own works, as God did from his.
11Let us labour therefore to enter into that rest, lest any man fall after the same example of unbelief.
Key Themes
resthopepromise
Related Cross References
Revelation 14:13
Both verses affirm the promise of rest for God's people.
Matthew 5:5
Both verses highlight the blessedness of those who will inherit rest.
Source: Hebrews 4:9