Cary Cox, from 2 Samuel 19. The war is over and David has won! He is ready to return to Jerusalem and resume his reign over God’s people. But he soon finds out it is not that easy to unify the divided, arguing people. When Christ our King returns, he will unify the kingdom of God around himself, and settle accounts with all people!
Tag: the kingdom of God
Who Has the Final Word
Cary Cox, from 2 Samuel 17. The mighty counselors advise Absalom, with the future and direction of the kingdom hanging in the balance! Yet, it is the Lord who has the final word! We look at the sovereign decrees of God – He reigns over all! Nothing is left to chance. We either fight the Lord for control, or fall at his feet in humble trust.
Schemes and Kings and Things
Cary Cox, from 2 Samuel 14. Everyone is scheming and manipulating to fix the kingdom. But God is working out his plan. David’s half-hearted ‘forgiveness’ of Absalom contrasts with the full and gracious reconciliation believers have experienced through the gospel of Jesus Christ!
The Victory of the King
Cary Cox, from 2 Samuel 8. God gives David victory and blessing, just as he had promised. David’s victories point us ahead to the great and victorious King, the Lord Jesus Christ!
God Works in the Crazy
Cary Cox, from 2 Samuel 3-4. Everyone around David is acting like they’ve lost their minds, spinning crazy, unleashing sin and foolishness. But David is standing still. And God is at work – even in the crazy, sovereign over sin – to fulfill his good purpose. This points us to Christ! We can trust God, even when it’s crazy!
God’s Kingdom Starts Small
Cary Cox, from 2 Samuel 2. David is finally anointed king! But only of one tribe of Israel. And his kingdom is opposed by a rival. The kingdom of God sometimes looks small and weak. But it will certainly grow! Jesus also announced the kingdom of God – and was opposed and crucified. His kingdom appears small, but is advancing – and one day every knee will bow!
2 Samuel and the Kingdom of God
Cary Cox, from Acts 13:13-39. Paul and Peter, in their first recorded sermons, both preach Jesus Christ by starting with King David. Following their method, in this sermon we trace the theme of the Kingdom of God from Genesis to Revelation, showing the one, unfolding story that builds to King David and points to Jesus Christ!
The Test of Love
Cary Cox, from 1 John 2:7-11. John applies the test of love to determine if one is a true Christian. With Jesus’ coming into the earth, the light has exploded into this dark world, and is slowly spreading through his people. God’s light of love is shown in Christ, and in his church, as we love our brothers and sisters! Those who fail to selflessly consider their fellow believers show themselves to be false Christians.
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