Theme Rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and in Saul’s case, it led to the sin of witchcraft. Introduction As we draw quickly toward the end of Saul’s life, we discover that his rebellion against God had fruited in some pretty disgusting behaviour. Since becoming king, Saul had been on a downward trajectory which […]
Theme The Precious Word of God Introduction In the passage before us we are going to be looking at the precious Word of God under three main headings: Sermon Outline The Purity of God’s Word The Preservation of God’s Word The Prospecting of God’s Word Many people simply don’t take the Bible seriously, and that […]
Theme Personal commitment to God is much more important than a family that just attends church. Introduction The events of the book of Ruth occur during the time of the judges, when there was no king in Israel. The book records God’s dealings with a Moabite woman named Ruth, who was willing to leave her […]
Theme The Lord will be our true judge. Therefore, fear the Lord and serve him in sincerity. Introduction In chapters 23–24 we saw Saul’s pursuit of David diverted: Firstly, by the Philistine attack which drew Saul away from pursuing David Secondly, by David sparing King Saul’s life when Saul rested in the cave where David […]
Theme The spiritual battle did not end with the last generation, will not end with this generation, and won’t end with any generation until the Lord makes all things new. Introduction In chapter 12, we considered all the victories that Israel had obtained through faith in God, each one representing the work of God in […]
Theme The righteous must reward good for evil and leave justice in God’s hands. Introduction At the end of chapter 22, Abiathar came to David and told him how Saul had commanded Doeg to slay all 85 of the priests of Nob, along with their families and the entire town. David was now in no […]
Theme The God who led and blessed Israel is still leading and blessing His people today. Introduction Book of Joshua chapter 12 serves as a record of victories and conquered kings. It is a transitional chapter that looks back over the military campaigns Israel completed under Joshua and under Moses. The chapter is essentially a […]
Theme When wickedness is left unchecked it begins to abound in many directions. Introduction Previously, we looked at chapter 20 and saw Saul’s evil intentions exposed as he attempted to kill his own son Jonathan for his friendship with David. At the end of the chapter, David began his time of running from Saul, who […]
Theme The church of today needs to stand firmly for sound doctrine. Forsake not the ancient doctrines which your fathers instructed you in. Introduction Last week, we considered the theme of Walking in the Old Paths and addressed the shift in the modern church away from holiness and separated Christian living toward worldliness and compromise. […]
Theme The Resurrection of Jesus Christ is the pillar of the Christian faith.No Resurrection = No Christianity Introduction Last week, we began looking at the theological implications of the resurrection by considering the following points: The resurrection proves the deity of Jesus Christ The resurrection proves the atonement was accepted The resurrection guarantees our justification […]