How do we know Jesus is our Sabbath rest?

The certainty that Jesus is our Sabbath rest is established through His own words in Matthew 11:28-30, where He invites those who labor and are heavy laden to come to Him for rest. This rest is not just physical but spiritual, providing peace and reconciliation with God. In Matthew 12:8, Jesus declares, 'For the Son of Man is Lord even of the Sabbath,' indicating His authority over the Sabbath as the fulfillment of its purpose. Thus, genuine rest is found in a relationship with Christ, who has completed the work necessary for our salvation.