Playlist: Saul, Presuming to Sacrifice (topic)
Lessons From Saul and David
Sermon by Ted E. BowlingSaul's presumptuous sacrifice at Gilgal marks the turning point in his reign and illustrates the central lesson drawn from his life: the danger of pride and lack of trust in God. The episode occurs in I Samuel 13, when Saul faced the Philistines with a vastly outnumbered army, and his men trembled with fear. He had been …
Two Hearts in the Bible
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. MaasWhile Saul prioritized human approval and justified his failures, David demonstrated that true virtue lies in the willingness to return to God with humility.
Psalm 51 (Part Two): Psalm 51:1-4
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe phrase, 'a man after God's own heart' modifies God rather than David's carnal character. God chose David because He discerned a heart He could work with.
Doing Righteousness
Sermon by Kim MyersGod's church, because it co-exists with the unrighteousness of the world, is in danger of becoming corrupted or leavened by the world's example.
Waiting
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe discipline of waiting is on the same level as the other spiritual disciplines, requiring substantial admixtures of faith and hope, building endurance.
Self-Confidence
Sermonette by James C. StoertzThis world in general touts self-confidence as a key indicator of capability and success, even if one has to 'fake it' until he makes it.