Sermon Question: What happens when we reject God’s rule and crown our own king?

Main Idea: When we reject God's rule and crown a false king, we invite God's judgment.

1. The Rise of a False King (1–6)

Application.

We need to examine our hearts in two ways.

What false kings are we tempted to crown?

What ways do we seek our own glory?

Beware of pragmatism dressed up as wisdom.

2. The Warning of a Faithful Voice (7–21)

Three Lessons:

Don’t ignore God’s gracious warnings.

Beware of charisma over character.

Speak the truth, even when it costs you.

3. The Fall Under God’s Judgment (22–57)

Takeaways.

Every Heart Chooses A King.

God’s Justice Is Never Idle.

God Works Through History to Bring Us to Christ.