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.
Tag: The word of God
Confronting the King
Cary Cox, from 2 Samuel 12:1-15. When David sinned, God sent a preacher to boldly confront him for that sin. God does not play around with our sin – He is holy. And God loves his people too much to let us continue in sin! We must respond to God’s confrontations by confessing and repenting of our sin, and receiving his forgiveness. Yet, we also face difficult consequences caused by our sin.
Chosen and Loved
Cary Cox, from Malachi 1:1-5. Before God confronts his people with their sins, he first affirms his ongoing covenant love to them! Malachi reminds the people of God’s sovereign choice of Jacob over Esau, and of God’s unfolding plan that is consistent with his sovereign purpose. He will not quit on his people!
God’s Promise and Command – Joshua Study 2
Cary Cox, from Joshua 1:1-9. God speaks tenderly to Joshua and his people. He gives them great promises to believe, and great commands to obey. Be encouraged as you consider the presence of God with his people! Build your life around God’s word!
Enter God’s Rest Part 2 – Hebrews Study 10
Cary Cox, from Hebrews 4:1-13. Though there is a great promise of God’s rest for us, there are also serious warnings about unbelief. God’s word judges us perfectly; it lays us bare before God. We must hear the promise and heed the warnings, and strive to enter God’s rest through faith in Jesus Christ!
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