Last Man Standing — Part One

After Abner’s death, Saul’s kingdom continued to disintegrate. Ish-bosheth was assassinated by his own captains, Rechab and Baanah, and a ...

Murder and Mourning — Part One

Learning of Abner’s peaceful release, David’s army commander, Joab, confronted the king, sent for Abner, then cruelly murdered him upon ...

Murder and Mourning — Part Two - Evening Sermon

For David, Abner’s death was a cause not for celebration but for mourning. In his grief, David paid tribute to ...

Abner, the Kingmaker — Part One

Second Samuel 3 relates a story charged with ambition, sex, power, and politics. Arrogantly fancying himself the kingmaker, Saul’s army ...

Abner, the Kingmaker — Part Two - Evening Sermon

The Lord’s ways are undeniably mysterious. Even so, they are sure, and He accomplishes all He sets out to do ...

David Anointed and Opposed — Part One

In sharp contrast to the divisive tactics that often dominate politics, as David ascended to his role as God’s chosen ...

David Anointed and Opposed — Part Two - Evening Sermon

Second Samuel 2 provides an example of how the political endeavors of our world will inevitably disappoint us. When David’s ...

Be a Doer of the Word

What does it mean to live biblically? The Bible points us to the heart of the matter—namely, the gospel. When ...

Faith That Works

Deliverance from the Fear of Death - Evening Sermon