I. What does God require for us to be acceptable to him? II. What will God accept instead of us? III. How does this change us?

I. A powerful promise revisited II. A serious problem arises III. A future hope alluded.

I. The work of Satan II. The work of Joshua III. The work of the Branch

I. A testament to God's faithfulness II. A rehearsal of sin's consequences III. A shadow of Christ's suffering.

Leviticus is often avoided by Christians but was the first Scripture studied by Jewish children in ancient synagogues. I. Why not study Leviticus? II. Why study Leviticus?

I. God saves us, and He saves us by his grace, v8a. II. God saves us by God’s grace, through faith, v8 III. God saves us by his grace, through faith in Christ, as a gift, vv8-9. IV. God saves us by grace, through faith, and for good works, v10

Why does God save anyone? Why does he forgive anyone's sins, and make his people alive in Christ?

I. Because of his rich mercy, v4a. II. Because of his great love, v4b. III. Because of his immeasurable grace, vv5-7. IV. Because of his kindness in Christ, v7. 

I. Christians have a new identity in Christ. II. Christians have a new position in Christ. III. Christians can have a new posture toward the world, the flesh, and the devil. 

I. The power of God's enemies perceived II. The power of God applied III. The means of God's power IV. The power of God accomplished

I. David's delight II. David's desire III. David's devotion