Sermon Notes for June 17, 2018
The King's Praise, Answered Prayer, and Faith
Psalm 21
Pastor Steve Hemmeke
Sermon Theme: God answers the king's prayer and he trusts and praised God
Psalm Structure: A Chiasm
A. The king rejoices in God’s strength and answered prayer. (1-2)
a. Goodness, crown, long life, honor, majesty, gladness given. (3-6)
b. King trusts God. Mercy secures the king. (7)
B. The king will defeat all His enemies; they were against God. (8-12)
a. Exalting God for His strength and power. (13)
Sermon Outline
A. Praise
Psalm review: prayers of God’s people, and of Jesus. (Ps 40:1-2)
Answered prayer from (Ps 20)
Our basic duty: (Rev 4)
B. Unique gifts from God to governors
Jesus
Our kings/rulers
Our own dominion
C. Trust and mercy are the center