A truth worth while living for “We believe in the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead”. 1 Cor 15:14, if Christ has not been raised, our preaching is useless and so is your faith. verse 19, if only for this life we have hope in Christ then we are to be pitied more than all people. Evidence for Resurrection (http://citybibleforum.org/city/adelaide/episode/fact-or-fiction-resurrection-fairytale)…
The death of Jesus! “The Cross of Christ” – John Stott. Why did Jesus die? View 1 – an example for us to follow. 1 Peter 2:21, “to this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example that you should follow in his steps”. View 2 – Because of his love for us Romans 5:8, “but God demonstrated…
What are you prepared to die for? During the 21st Century every 11 minutes a Christian dies for their faith “We believe in the conception of Jesus Christ by the Holy Spirit and his birth by the virgin Mary”. Does it matter? 3 things it can expose. 1) Are words being used honestly? Using the same words with different meaning. Eg: Divinty…
1 Samuel 27-31 God’s chosen people mix with God’s enemies, but don’t join them God works over long periods of time through mighty messes! God’s chosen king is a good and faithful king God’s king will reign
1 Samuel 26 The background (chapter 21-25): Saul is growing increasingly crazy David is on the run, hides from Saul rather than fight him David has the chance to kill Saul and passes it up Saul goes hunting David in the mountains (vs 1–7). David’s chance to kill Saul Option 1: Kill Saul, take the throne. Option 2: Trust God to deliver…
The challenges of following Jesus Jonathan’s attitude to David Saul’s attitude to David David is “God’s Anointed King” = “Messiah” or “Christ” How do we respond to Jesus, the Christ?
What does God think of our failure to heed his word if we have kept all the religious ceremonies? God’s clear command … wipe them off the face of the earth … A long and violent history Firstly – not the desire of a sinful power hungry human leader. Secondly- God’s perfect, just and righteous judgement. Saul’s rejection by God The camp…
Ultimate political campaign slogans – “in your heart you know he is right” – “in your guts you know he’s nuts”. – “Peace and Prosperity,” “A king like all the other nations.” God chooses a leader 1 Sam 9:15 1 Sam 9:16 … anoint Saul as LEADER. … But the people want him to be King 1 Sam 10:24 The regulations of…
Bible Readings: 1 Samuel 8:1-22 John 13:1-17 The Context… – Eli and his sons, the Ark of the covenant – The ‘downhill spiral’ of the Judges – The danger of the Philistines Samuel leads Israel back to God – Israel are (understandably) sick of being beaten up all the time – Samuel is able to lead them back to faithfulness – God…
Getting it wrong 1) God’s own people – 1 Sam 4 2) The Philistine Rulers 3) The men at Beth Shemesh Who can stand in the presence of the LORD, this Holy God? 1 Sam 6:20 For us today 1) God is not there for us to use. 2) A warning for those who think God is defeated 3) “Who can stand…