Introduction: The Lord’s rest is better than the Promised Land, better even than Eden. And He has given us a Day that makes this very point.
Fervent Religion
a. Can look very good, v2
b. But may still need a strong wake-up call, v1
c. If it has a wicked view of God, v3-6
d. And produces a reflection in the heart and life, v3b, 7, v9b
Fruitful Repentance
a. A right view of God, v6
b. Produces a reflection in the heart and life, v7, v10
c. And spiritual life and strength, v8
d. In a close relationship with the Lord, v9a, 11
e. That makes a multigenerational difference, v12
Conclusion: But while our hearts catch up, we must trust His Word, v13a