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This sermon examines the escalating conflict between Saul and David, highlighting how Saul's jealousy and divine rejection drive him to pursue David with lethal intent. The narrative focuses on Jonathan's unwavering loyalty to David, as he risks his own life to warn his friend of his father's treachery. Through the symbolic exchange of arrows and the reaffirmation of their covenant, the text illustrates the depth of Jonathan's love and his acceptance of God's sovereign choice of David for the throne. The passage serves as a testament to the power of faithful friendship and the integrity of David, who remains protected by God despite the hostility of the king. Ultimately, the sermon underscores the tragic consequences of Saul's sin and the enduring nature of the bond between Jonathan and David.

1. Dysfunctional Parenting 2. Children's Hatred 3. God's Hand Psalter #'s: 146A, 133A, 128A, 119I

This sermon explores the theme of divine preparation through the early life of Joseph, arguing that hardships and family conflicts serve as essential training for future purpose. The speaker emphasizes that God often uses unseen circumstances to build character and discernment, contrasting this with a modern cultural tendency to shield children from all pain and disappointment. By analyzing the dynamics between Joseph and his brothers, the message illustrates the internal struggle between the flesh and the spirit, suggesting that enduring adversity is necessary for spiritual maturity. The tone is pastoral and instructional, urging parents to allow their children to face reality and learn to rely on God rather than avoiding hardship, ultimately framing suffering as a vital component of God's sovereign plan.

This sermon examines the inevitability of hostility toward believers, rooted in their identification with Christ rather than the world. It outlines four key themes from John 15: hatred, persecution, culpability, and witness, arguing that the world's rejection of Christians mirrors its prior rejection of Jesus. The text emphasizes that while believers face increasing cultural antagonism, this response is expected and serves as a testament to their allegiance to the rightful King. The message calls for a posture of faithful witness and love toward enemies, trusting in God's sovereignty and the ultimate return of Christ.

This sermon examines the pivotal conversion of Saul of Tarsus in Acts 9, presenting it as the central event that shifts the narrative from Peter's ministry to Paul's apostleship. The exposition highlights Saul's initial condition of intense hatred and persecution, contrasting it with the divine initiative of Christ who arrests him on the road to Damascus. Key theological themes include the exclusivity of Christ, the necessity of divine revelation for faith, and the sovereign grace that transforms a sinner into a saint. The preacher connects this account to the doctrines of grace, arguing that Paul's life exemplifies total depravity, unconditional election, and irresistible grace. Ultimately, the message serves as a pastoral call for listeners to recognize their own need for Christ and to submit to His will, acknowledging that salvation is entirely the work of God.

I. God our Light in the Darkness A.God Chastens Even His Forgiven Children: Absalom B.God's People Often Besieged by the Wicked (vv. 1-2) C.God Remains our Faithful Helper and Hearer (v. 3-4) D.God Blesses Us in the Darkness (vv. 5-6) E. Plead with God to Save Us from the Wicked (v. 7) II. God Our Salvation in the Lord Jesus Christ A. His Sufferings and the World's Hatred...Now in Us B. He Trusted in His Father; Promises Ours (Eph. 1:3) C. He Purchased Salvation; Secured for Us (Heb. 9:14) III.God Our Salvation in the Darkest Hour (v. 8) A. Expect warfare: world/flesh/devil –Arm Yourself! B.Trust the Lord: salvation belongs to Him. C. Fix faith upon the Lord's promised blessing.

The sermon rightly interprets the Beatitudes in Luke 6 by arguing that Jesus' pronouncements of blessing and woe are not based on economic status but on one's faith in Christ and persecution for His sake. It contends that material poverty is not inherently virtuous, nor is wealth sinful, but rather that believers are blessed when they endure hatred and loss for the Gospel, while unbelievers face judgment for their opposition. The message emphasizes that the solution to societal issues like hunger and homelessness is spiritual redemption through faith in Jesus, which grants believers the status of Abraham's heirs. Finally, the preacher calls for a radical imitation of God's character by extending kindness and mercy to enemies, asserting that such actions reflect the nature of the Heavenly Father and demonstrate true discipleship.

In Psalm 69, we see that God's faithful servant may suffer reproach for his devotion to God, but he entrusts judgment to God and hopes in His saving deliverance, teaching us to endure suffering faithfully and trust in God's righteousness and salvation. I. The Sufferer is overwhelmed by trouble and unjust hatred. (vv. 1–5) II. The Sufferer bears reproach because of his devotion to God. (vv. 6–12) III. The Sufferer pleads with God for deliverance amid reproach. (vv. 13–21) IV. The Sufferer entrusts judgment to God. (vv. 22–28) V. The Sufferer's deliverance becomes the occasion for praise and hope. (vv. 29–36)

This Bible Study continues to examine the narrative of Haman's rise and fall in the book of Esther, highlighting the divine orchestration behind the deliverance of the Jewish people. It traces the progression from Esther's courageous approach to the king to Haman's escalating hatred and eventual humiliation, emphasizing that God's protection extends to His covenant people regardless of their circumstances. The teaching connects the historical account to the theological principle that those who oppose God's people will ultimately face judgment, as illustrated by Haman's demise on the gallows he built for Mordecai. The Bible Study concludes by drawing a parallel between the physical protection of Israel and the spiritual security believers have in Christ, affirming that nothing can separate them from God's love.

The sermon explores the distinction between natural affection and the supernatural love that originates from God, asserting that genuine love is the defining hallmark of those born of God. It emphasizes that this divine love is selfless and sacrificial, exemplified by Christ's death, and requires believers to love their enemies rather than seeking personal gain or comfort. The teaching contrasts the fleeting nature of carnal desire with the enduring nature of charity, which is the active expression of love. Furthermore, it explains that being in Christ grants believers an inheritance and freedom from the law of sin and death, positioning them as begotten sons who share in the eternal life of the Only Begotten Son. The message concludes by urging believers to recognize the manifestation of God's love through the Word and to live out this love through practical sacrifice and obedience.