Lenexa Baptist Church

In 2 Samuel 23, we will delve into David’s final words and the extraordinary tales of his mighty warriors. Discover the deep reflections of a king on God’s covenant, the qualities of a just ruler, and the incredible feats of bravery performed by David’s elite fighters. Just as David’s men displayed unwavering loyalty and courage, Jesus, our ultimate Savior, demonstrated the greatest act of love and sacrifice by giving His life for us. Join us as we uncover how these timeless lessons of faith and leadership point us to the saving grace of Jesus. Come be encouraged and transformed by this message of hope and salvation

God is both transcendent and immanent. The transcendence of God means that God is above, completely other than and independent from creation. God is infinite, sovereign and unchanging. God needs nothing, depends on nothing and owes nothing. He is “holy, holy, holy.”

God is also immanent. The immanence of God means that God sustains, is involved with, and present within His creation. Sometimes these truths about God are pitted against each other. For some, they think God is sovereign over all but not loving. For others, God is loving, but He is not sovereign. The Bible teaches us that He is both. This is the wonder and the beauty of the God we serve. God dwells in eternity and yet feels at home among the lowly. God is seated on high but cares for us and knows us by name. This is the nature of David’s song in 2 Samuel 22. God is almighty. He is all-powerful. He cares about me, and as I seek Him, He can lift me up and use me in ways that I never thought possible. I pray this weekend you will join us for worship in one of our services at one of our locations. I know your heart will be encouraged in our worship and our study of His Word. Let’s gather and worship our God. There is no one like Him. He is worthy of all our praise!

One of the most powerful evangelistic tools at our disposal is our own personal testimony. In so many ways, our testimony is more valuable than a thousand apologetic arguments. People can argue with facts and details, but they cannot argue with your personal experience. In our text this week, David gives us his personal testimony of faith. He shares with us in vivid detail and descriptive poetry who the Lord is to him.

Having walked through the storms and trials of life, he pours out his heart in praise to God. He is not simply declaring doctrinal truths about God. He is testifying to the power of God as He has experienced in his life. I pray you will make plans to join us. No matter where you are or what you are experiencing in your life today, I know this passage will uplift your heart as we consider the greatness of our God and the salvation He has provided in Christ.

This weekend, we are honored to welcome Pastor Steve Dighton as our guest speaker. Pastor Steve served as senior pastor at LBC for 25 years before retiring, and he continues to preach and inspire many.

Galatians Chapter 6 is an insightful passage that explores themes like supporting one another, restoring a wayward brother, and remaining faithful. Each day presents us with the opportunity to sow to the Spirit and be instruments for His glory. With His help and guidance, we can avoid sowing to our flesh and instead live in accordance with His will.

“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, this he will also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life.Let us not lose heart in doing good, for in due time we will reap if we do not grow weary. So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith.” — Galatians 6:7-10

Our text this week is a bit messy. In fact, some might say it is gruesome. No matter how you describe the passage, the pictures presented in this passage confront us with some uncomfortable truths and some troubling questions. Yet we are encouraged by Paul’s words to Timothy as he challenged him to “…continue in the things you have learned and become convinced of, knowing from whom you have learned them, and that from childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus” (2 Timothy 3:14-15). For this reason there is no need to shy away from these verses in 2 Samuel 21. In fact, contained within these verses is a foundational truth and theme that we find running throughout both the Old and New Testaments — a truth that is essential to our faith and salvation. I pray that you will make every effort to join us for one of our worship opportunities this weekend. I would also encourage you to invite a friend, a co-worker or a relative as we worship our wonderful and merciful Savior who atones for our sins, King Jesus.

— Pastor Chad

We can’t wait to worship with you this weekend as we take a look at the rest of 2 Samuel 20 where David continues to lead a divided nation. Scroll down to read the passage and prepare.

In December of 2022 at an Australian wedding, guests enjoyed food and dancing in celebration of the newly married couple. Within minutes the celebration turned sour as two men got into a fight that eventually involved a larger number of guests and spilled out into a street outside the venue. You talk about spoiling a party! It is amazing how quickly jealousy, envy, accusations and pride can turn celebratory events into very sour moments.

David’s entrance back into Judah and crossing the Jordan marked an incredibly joyous occasion in the life of the nation. The war was over and there appeared to be unity in the nation. That unity would not last long. Just like at the wedding party, jealousy, envy, pride and accusations will turn a joyful moment into a sour situation. David’s kingdom is incredibly fragile, and the hope for a united people of God quickly fades. This week we will discover some practical principles related to unity among the people of God. At the same time, we anticipate the only great King who can bring true unity and peace among the people of God — the greater son of David, King Jesus! Please make plans to join us this weekend as we worship together in both the study of God’s Word and singing His praises.

— Pastor Chad

President Lincoln did what no president has ever done. He led the nation into a war against fellow Americans. After that war had concluded, his greatest and most difficult work was in front of him. How would he treat those people who had rebelled? It was a crucial time of reconstruction and reconciliation. David now faces a similar dilemma. David has prevailed in this civil war. The enemy has been defeated. His son has died. But what will become of those who rebelled? How will they respond to David? How will David treat them? How will those who have rebelled against the Lord’s anointed be brought back into fellowship with their rightful King? David’s response will again point us to Christ. David will not force himself and his authority upon the people. He will come to the edge of the nation and stand politely at the door and knock. Through his grace and mercy, he will extend an invitation and win back his enemies by making them his friends. Make plans to join us this weekend as we gather around God’s Word and worship the King of kings and the Lord of lords, King Jesus! — Pastor Chad

A love for a child is immediate and unconditional. There is nothing like it in all the world. Your child is brought into the world, and you love him. You would give your life for him. How many of you would be willing to give up your child for a good man? How many of you would give up your child for a sinner and an enemy? This is exactly what God did for us in the giving of His own Son to die for our salvation. God’s love is absolutely unique. In fact, Paul says that in Romans 5:8, “But God demonstrates HIS OWN love towards us in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” This week, as we continue our study in 2 Samuel, we will see that as great as David was, there is a glaring contrast between his love and the love that God has demonstrated in the giving of His Son for our salvation. David did not want to give up his Son, but God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son. I pray you will join us for worship this weekend as we celebrate the love of our Heavenly Father demonstrated in the giving of His Son for our salvation. — Pastor Chad

Be sure to read 2 Samuel 18 before our services this weekend. Prepare your heart and mind for what God has for you, and be sure to invite someone to join you at one of our services this weekend: Saturday at 5 pm and Sunday at 9:30 and 11 am.