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Today's Follow the Word readings: Zechariah 8-10, Psalm 105https://bibleproject.com/videos/zechariahFollow the Word is a daily Bible reading and devotional ministry of St. John Lutheran Church, Cypress, Texas.

In this final sermon through 1 Samuel, Pastor Steven follows David into one of the darkest moments of his life. Returning to Ziklag to find the city destroyed, his family taken captive, and even his own men turning against him, David is overwhelmed with distress. Yet rather than allowing fear to drive him away from God, David “strengthened himself in the Lord.” His response shows us what it means to face fear by remembering God's promises, choosing obedience, and bringing our fears honestly before Him. Ultimately, those promises find their fulfillment in Jesus Christ, whose death and resurrection give us every reason to trust in God's unfailing love. 

Click here for the DRB Daily Sign Up form! TODAY'S SCRIPTURE: Lamentations 1–2; Obadiah 1; Revelation 14 Click HERE to give! One Year Bible Podcast: Join Hunter and Heather Barnes on the Daily Radio Bible, a daily Bible‑in‑a‑year podcast with 20‑minute Scripture readings, Christ‑centered devotion, and guided prayer.This daily Bible reading and devotional invites you to live as a citizen of Jesus' kingdom, reconciled, renewed, and deeply loved. TODAY'S EPISODE: Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible. Today is September 9th, and this is day 252 of our journey through the Scriptures. Today we enter into some difficult and powerful passages. In Lamentations 1 and 2, we sit alongside Jerusalem in her grief. The city that once overflowed with life now sits alone, mourning all that has been lost. These chapters don't rush us past sorrow. They give grief a voice. Obadiah turns our attention toward Edom and the consequences of pride, violence, and taking advantage of another's suffering. Then Revelation 14 pulls back the curtain and gives us another vision. The Lamb stands on Mount Zion. Babylon, the great symbol of human empire, violence, exploitation, and domination, is declared fallen. And suddenly lament gives way to hope. The kingdoms we build do not last forever. The systems of violence, domination, and death do not get the final word. God's kingdom is coming, and the Lamb is making all things new. So wherever you find yourself today, whether you are standing among the ruins of something you've lost or beginning to see signs of something new, there is hope. Babylon falls. The Lamb remains. And the kingdom of God is coming. TODAY'S DEVOTION: Out of the Ashes Babylon has fallen. And out of the ashes comes hope. Today's readings give us images of terrible loss. Jerusalem sits alone. The city that had once been filled with people is grieving. Her beauty is gone. Her people have been scattered. Lamentations doesn't try to clean this up. It lets people grieve. Sometimes that's what faith looks like. Sometimes faith isn't pretending everything is okay. Sometimes faith is sitting among the ruins and telling the truth about what has been lost. But then John gives us another picture. "Babylon is fallen." Babylon represents that old human way of organizing the world. Power. Domination. Violence. Exploitation. The endless attempt to secure ourselves at the expense of someone else. John says that world is passing away. And standing on Mount Zion is the Lamb. That's where our hope is. Our hope isn't that we can somehow repair Babylon well enough to make it last forever. Our hope is that God is making something new. A new city. A new creation. A world where God dwells with humanity and every tear is wiped away. Sometimes we look around at our lives, our families, our churches, or our world and see nothing but ruins. But ruins are not the end of the story. God brings resurrection out of death. God brings reconciliation out of alienation. God brings life out of places where we thought life could never grow again. So don't be afraid of the ashes. And don't let the ruins convince you that God has abandoned the world. Lift your eyes. The Lamb is standing. Babylon is falling. And the kingdom of God is coming. May we learn to live even now as citizens of that kingdom. May we become people of peace, forgiveness, mercy, generosity, and love. That's the prayer I have for my own soul. That's the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that's the prayer I have for you. May it be so. TODAY'S PRAYERS: Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose  through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.   Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.   And now Lord,  make me an instrument of your peace.  Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.  Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope.  Where there is darkness, light.  And where there is sadness,  Joy.  Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love.  For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life.  Amen And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray... Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ.  Amen.  OUR WEBSITE: www.dailyradiobible.com We are reading through the New Living Translation.   Leave us a voicemail HERE: https://www.speakpipe.com/dailyradiobible Subscribe to us at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dailyradiobible/featured OTHER PODCASTS: Listen with Apple Podcast DAILY BIBLE FOR KIDS DAILY PSALMS DAILY PROVERBS DAILY LECTIONARY DAILY CHRONOLOGICAL  

In this sermon, Pastor Steven follows Saul into the final and tragic chapter of his reign. Overwhelmed by fear and unable to hear from God, Saul turns to the necromancer of Endor in a desperate search for assurance, setting the stage for his final defeat. His story reveals the danger of allowing fear to master us and offers a contrast between fear-driven disobedience and trust in God. Ultimately, we are invited to bring our fears to Jesus, whose cross and resurrection reveal the wisdom, power, and love of the God who is worthy of our trust. 

A @Christadelphians Video: [Inspiring] In this thought-provoking and outstanding exposition, we delve into one of the most revealing themes of Scripture – the identity of God's promised King and the establishment of His eternal Kingdom on earth. From the ancient prophecies given to Judah and David, to Nebuchadnezzar's magnificent dream and the powerful symbolism of the stone cut without hands, this presentation weaves together the golden thread of Biblical promise. It is a wonderful, insightful journey that uncovers how the coming King – Jesus Christ – will reign from Jerusalem, bring peace to the nations, and fulfil the covenant made to Abraham. Whether you are new to these truths or have long cherished them, this video will strengthen your faith and inspire a deeper commitment to the hope of the Gospel.We invite you to watch, reflect, and share in the joy of God's unfolding purpose.**

In this sermon, Pastor Steven follows David through his final confrontation with Saul and into the land of the Philistines. After years of exile, David has learned that trusting God means more than waiting for deliverance—it means obeying Him even when obedience involves risk, uncertainty, or damage to his own reputation. David's willingness to entrust his life and future to God ultimately points us to Jesus, the greater King who endured rejection, slander, and suffering to save the very people who rejected Him and secure for them an everlasting kingdom.

Aneirin Glyn - What's the big story being played out in our world? What marks those who have realised this? Psalm 96 shows us why it always makes sense for us to be singing to the Lord, glorifying him, and full of gladness and rejoicing.

Aneirin Glyn - What's the big story being played out in our world? What marks those who have realised this? Psalm 96 shows us why it always makes sense for us to be singing to the Lord, glorifying him, and full of gladness and rejoicing.

 Matthew 21 opens with Jesus's Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem—his coronation as King. Pastor Karl unpacks why this moment was unlike any earthly coronation: a king who arrived not on a warhorse but on a humble donkey, fulfilling prophecies spoken generations earlier through Isaiah, Zechariah, and Daniel. As King, Jesus fulfills God's mission, exercises God's authority, restores proper worship according to God's Word, and extends God's compassion. From the crowds shouting "Hosanna" to Jesus clearing the temple of corruption, this passage reveals a King who demands total allegiance while never withholding compassion from those who come to Him in need. Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

The Fourfold Gospel: All About Jesus Part 4In this message from our Fourfold Gospel series, we celebrate the hope that Christ is our Coming King. Jesus is coming again, and His return gives us confidence in a world marked by suffering, injustice, and uncertainty. Because the King is coming, we can live with hope, faithfulness, urgency, and anticipation - trusting that Jesus will ultimately make all things new. "Amen. Come, Lord Jesus."

In this sermon, Pastor Steven explores the story of David, Nabal, and Abigail, where a moment of anger nearly leads David down a path of vengeance and bloodshed. Through Abigail's courage and wisdom, God reminds David of the kind of king he is called to be—one who lays down the sword, entrusts justice to the Lord, and responds to evil with faith rather than vengeance. Her intervention ultimately points us to Jesus, the true King who entrusted Himself fully to the Father and suffered for the sake of His people.

In this sermon, Pastor Steven follows David through the wilderness as his trust in God is tested by fear, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of Saul. When David is finally given the opportunity to end his suffering by taking Saul's life, he instead chooses obedience and entrusts himself to God. Through David's example, this message explores what it means to trust God when He seems distant—choosing what is right even when it may make life harder, and resting in the love and power ultimately revealed through Jesus Christ.

The Coming King - Haggai 2 - Cameron Stefferson

In this sermon, Pastor Steven follows David into exile as he flees from Saul, finding himself hungry, hunted, and dependent on God's provision. Yet it is in this season of weakness that a surprising kingdom begins to form, as the distressed, the indebted, and the bitter gather around God's anointed king. Through David's humiliation and the people he welcomes, this message points us to Jesus Christ, the greater King who invites weary sinners to come as they are and find grace, refuge, and new life in Him. 

Iran's soon coming King Cyrus (re-broadcast of Ep. 283) #PrattPodcasting

In this sermon, Pastor Steven follows the growing divide between Saul and David as jealousy and fear turn Saul against the man God has chosen to be king. While Saul rejects David and seeks his destruction, Jonathan responds with love, loyalty, and sacrifice—even surrendering his own claim to the throne. Their contrasting responses point us toward Jesus, the true King who was rejected by His own yet calls us His friends, inviting us to lay down our crowns before the One who first laid down His life for us.

HAGGAI, ZECHARIAH and MALACHI It is an unfortunate misconception that because these books are called "The Minor Prophets, as their relevance to our lives is also minor." This couldn't be further from the truth! The richness of life's lessons and our prophetic hope permeate every word. Don't be tricked into missing these overwhelmingly rich studies. In the book of Haggai we see God sending the prophet Haggai to challenge the people to rebuild which led to a significant turning point in their history. Haggia's audience was the remnant. (They were not unbelievers.) They were the right people, living in the right place, wanting to do the right work, and for the right reasons. But their priorities were not right. They were caught up in their own pursuits. They were living for themselves rather than for God's glory. [Isn't that us?] Zechariah is often called the Apocalypse of the OT, it presents the Messiah as: The Branch who will remove iniquity, The Stone, His Throne, His Temple, The Coming King, The Shepherd, The Triumphal Entry, on a donkey, His Betrayal for 30 pieces of silver, His Crucifixion, and His Second Coming: looking upon me whom they pierced. It also focuses on the Day of YHWH, the return of Israel in unbelief, and their passing through the Great Tribulation; the siege of Jerusalem by the confederated Gentile powers, and their deliverance by King Messiah. Zechariah also gives us the only physical description of the Antichrist in the Scripture. [It also seems to suggest a neutron bomb in Chapter 14.] It also may hold the solution to the enigma of Mystery Babylon and its relation to literal Babylon in prophecy. Malachi means ''my messengers.'' Malachi ministered in the fifth century b.c., about 100 years after Cyrus had issued the decree in 538 b.c. which permitted Jews to return from exile to Judah. The destruction of Edom (re: Mal 1:3-5) was affected by the Nabatean Arabs who totally drove out the Edomites between 550 and 400 B.C., setting up their own Idumean state in its place. This study contains 19 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 10-01-1997 Remastered to Video: 2024

HAGGAI, ZECHARIAH and MALACHI It is an unfortunate misconception that because these books are called "The Minor Prophets, as their relevance to our lives is also minor." This couldn't be further from the truth! The richness of life's lessons and our prophetic hope permeate every word. Don't be tricked into missing these overwhelmingly rich studies. In the book of Haggai we see God sending the prophet Haggai to challenge the people to rebuild which led to a significant turning point in their history. Haggia's audience was the remnant. (They were not unbelievers.) They were the right people, living in the right place, wanting to do the right work, and for the right reasons. But their priorities were not right. They were caught up in their own pursuits. They were living for themselves rather than for God's glory. [Isn't that us?] Zechariah is often called the Apocalypse of the OT, it presents the Messiah as: The Branch who will remove iniquity, The Stone, His Throne, His Temple, The Coming King, The Shepherd, The Triumphal Entry, on a donkey, His Betrayal for 30 pieces of silver, His Crucifixion, and His Second Coming: looking upon me whom they pierced. It also focuses on the Day of YHWH, the return of Israel in unbelief, and their passing through the Great Tribulation; the siege of Jerusalem by the confederated Gentile powers, and their deliverance by King Messiah. Zechariah also gives us the only physical description of the Antichrist in the Scripture. [It also seems to suggest a neutron bomb in Chapter 14.] It also may hold the solution to the enigma of Mystery Babylon and its relation to literal Babylon in prophecy. Malachi means ''my messengers.'' Malachi ministered in the fifth century b.c., about 100 years after Cyrus had issued the decree in 538 b.c. which permitted Jews to return from exile to Judah. The destruction of Edom (re: Mal 1:3-5) was affected by the Nabatean Arabs who totally drove out the Edomites between 550 and 400 B.C., setting up their own Idumean state in its place. This study contains 19 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 10-01-1997 Remastered to Video: 2024

HAGGAI, ZECHARIAH and MALACHI It is an unfortunate misconception that because these books are called "The Minor Prophets, as their relevance to our lives is also minor." This couldn't be further from the truth! The richness of life's lessons and our prophetic hope permeate every word. Don't be tricked into missing these overwhelmingly rich studies. In the book of Haggai we see God sending the prophet Haggai to challenge the people to rebuild which led to a significant turning point in their history. Haggia's audience was the remnant. (They were not unbelievers.) They were the right people, living in the right place, wanting to do the right work, and for the right reasons. But their priorities were not right. They were caught up in their own pursuits. They were living for themselves rather than for God's glory. [Isn't that us?] Zechariah is often called the Apocalypse of the OT, it presents the Messiah as: The Branch who will remove iniquity, The Stone, His Throne, His Temple, The Coming King, The Shepherd, The Triumphal Entry, on a donkey, His Betrayal for 30 pieces of silver, His Crucifixion, and His Second Coming: looking upon me whom they pierced. It also focuses on the Day of YHWH, the return of Israel in unbelief, and their passing through the Great Tribulation; the siege of Jerusalem by the confederated Gentile powers, and their deliverance by King Messiah. Zechariah also gives us the only physical description of the Antichrist in the Scripture. [It also seems to suggest a neutron bomb in Chapter 14.] It also may hold the solution to the enigma of Mystery Babylon and its relation to literal Babylon in prophecy. Malachi means ''my messengers.'' Malachi ministered in the fifth century b.c., about 100 years after Cyrus had issued the decree in 538 b.c. which permitted Jews to return from exile to Judah. The destruction of Edom (re: Mal 1:3-5) was affected by the Nabatean Arabs who totally drove out the Edomites between 550 and 400 B.C., setting up their own Idumean state in its place. This study contains 19 hours of verse by verse teachings. Copyright © 10-01-1997 Remastered to Video: 2024

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Monday, July 13, 2026

In this sermon, Pastor Steven explores the familiar story of David and Goliath through the lens of faith and courage. While Saul and Goliath place their confidence in human strength, David faces the giant with a deeper confidence in the power and faithfulness of God. More than an underdog story, this passage reveals the kind of King David would become and points us to Jesus Christ, the greater Shepherd-King who went before His people, defeated the enemies they could never overcome, and now calls us to live with courageous faith because the battle belongs to the Lord. 

In this sermon, Pastor Steven introduces David, the king chosen not by the people but by God Himself. While Saul's reign is marked by outward appearance and fading strength, David is selected because God sees what man cannot see—the heart. From the fields of Bethlehem to the courts of Saul, David emerges as a shepherd, musician, and servant through whom God begins preparing His people for a different kind of king. Ultimately, David's story points beyond himself to Jesus Christ, the greater Son of David, who lays down His life for His sheep and leads His people into the presence of God. 

Join my husband and I as we go through the entire Bible in a year, in conjunction with the Bible Discovery Guide and The Daily Show. This weekend we answer some of the big questions and viewer questions concerning the Coming King, God's judgment, and trusting Him above all else. If you want to know your Bible better, then this is a great place to help deepen your big picture understanding.

In this sermon, Pastor Steven examines Saul's final failure as king in 1 Samuel 15 and the obedience that God desires from His people. Though Saul achieves military victory, his partial obedience reveals a deeper problem: a heart more concerned with appearances, personal judgment, and the approval of others than with trusting and obeying God's word. As Samuel declares that “to obey is better than sacrifice,” we see why Saul's kingdom is taken from him and why Israel needs a different kind of king. Ultimately, this passage points beyond Saul and David to Jesus Christ, the perfectly obedient King whose righteousness is counted to all who belong to Him.

In this sermon, Pastor Steven contrasts the fear-driven leadership of Saul with the courageous faith of Jonathan during Israel's conflict with the Philistines. As Saul struggles to trust God when circumstances turn against him, Jonathan moves forward in confidence, believing that “nothing can hinder the Lord from saving by many or by few.” Through their stories, we see the difference between relying on human plans and resting in God's promises. Ultimately, this message points us to Jesus Christ, the true King who went before His people, secured their salvation, and now calls us to live by faith in His power and faithfulness.

In this sermon, Pastor Steven introduces Saul, Israel's first king, and explores the contrast between the leader the people desired and the leader God's people truly needed. Chosen by God and empowered by His Spirit, Saul appears to have every natural qualification for the throne, yet subtle cracks in his character begin to emerge from the very start. As Saul's story unfolds, we are challenged to consider where we place our trust and are ultimately pointed to the greater King, Jesus Christ, whose reign is marked not by outward strength alone but by perfect faithfulness to God. 

Palm SundaySermon: Our Coming KingScripture: 1 Kings 1:28-40Pastor: David Giese

In this sermon, Pastor Steven introduces Saul, Israel's first king—a man who seemed to have everything the people were looking for. Chosen by God yet shaped by the desires of the nation, Saul's rise reveals the difference between the king people want and the king they truly need. As Saul begins his reign with promise and success, the seeds of deeper struggles are already present, pointing us beyond human strength and leadership to the greater King who trusts God perfectly and reigns forever. 

In this sermon, Pastor Steven explores the pivotal transition from the era of the judges to the rise of Israel's monarchy. Through Israel's repentance at Mizpah, Samuel's victory over the Philistines, and the raising of the Ebenezer stone, we see a God who remains faithful to His people despite their weakness and wandering. Yet as Israel demands a king “like the nations,” this message reveals both the danger of rejecting God's rule and the hope of a greater King whom God would provide in His mercy. Ultimately, the story points us to Christ, the faithful King who accomplishes God's good purposes even through human failure. 

24th May 2026 - Dundalk. Ministered by Pastor Jason Cooney.

Monday, May 25, 2026

This week in Daniel 7, we shift from the stories of lions' dens and fiery furnaces into the strange and powerful world of prophecy and apocalyptic vision. As Daniel sees terrifying beasts, arrogant kingdoms, and heavenly thrones, one truth rises above the chaos: God is sovereign over history, nations, and the future. In a world filled with fear, uncertainty, and shifting kingdoms, this message reminds us that Jesus is the eternal King we can fully trust.

This week in Daniel 7, we shift from the stories of lions' dens and fiery furnaces into the strange and powerful world of prophecy and apocalyptic vision. As Daniel sees terrifying beasts, arrogant kingdoms, and heavenly thrones, one truth rises above the chaos: God is sovereign over history, nations, and the future. In a world filled with fear, uncertainty, and shifting kingdoms, this message reminds us that Jesus is the eternal King we can fully trust.

Friday, May 22, 2026

In this sermon, Pastor Steven walks through one of the darkest moments in Israel's history—the defeat by the Philistines, the capture of the ark, and the death of Eli and his sons. As Israel treats the presence of God like a tool to control rather than a holy reality to worship, the story reveals both the depth of the nation's spiritual decline and the danger of trying to use God for our own purposes.Yet even in judgment and apparent defeat, God shows His absolute power and sovereignty. From the fall of Dagon before the ark to the return of the ark without Israel lifting a sword, this message reminds us that God cannot be manipulated, defeated, or contained—and that even in the darkest seasons, He remains fully in control of His people's story.

17th May 2026 - Dundalk. Ministered by Pastor Jason Cooney.

In this sermon, Pastor Steven contrasts the corruption of Eli's household with the quiet faithfulness of Samuel to show how God begins His work of renewal in seasons of spiritual decline. As the word of the Lord comes to the young Samuel in the silence of the night, we see that God is never absent from His people—even when His voice seems rare.Through Samuel's call, this message explores how God confronts unfaithfulness, raises up new servants, and invites His people to hear and respond to His voice. In every generation, renewal begins when God calls His people to deeper trust, greater faithfulness, and wholehearted service to His kingdom.

10th May 2026 - Dundalk. Ministered by Pastor Jason Cooney.

In this sermon, Pastor Steven begins the story of 1 Samuel with Hannah—a woman marked by sorrow, longing, and faithful prayer. Through her anguish and her desperate cry before the Lord, we see the tender heart of a God who hears the pain of His people and works through ordinary lives to accomplish extraordinary purposes.As the birth of Samuel signals the beginning of a new era for Israel, this message reminds us that God's faithfulness is often revealed not only in grand movements of history, but in His personal care for every tear, every prayer, and every burden brought before Him. 

Send Us Your Questions/Comments Each week Pastor Mark takes time to go deeper and talk about the week's message!  If you have questions you'd like him to answer or hear more about please send those in by texting us at the link in the show notes!You can also view video of this podcast and our Sunday sermons by visiting our YouTube channel!https://www.youtube.com/@lifehousemot Zechariah 13 and 14 are some of the most intense chapters many of us will ever read, and that's exactly why we wanted to slow down and talk them through. Apocalyptic literature can feel like a riddle, but we're convinced God gives these visions to reveal truth that steadies the church, not to stir panic. We connect the imagery to Jesus' words in Matthew 24–25 and key scenes in Revelation, then keep bringing the conversation back to a simple anchor: God is sovereign, and His plan is not haphazard.We also tackle a major sticking point for end times teaching: tribulation views and the timing of the rapture. We explain the basic differences between pre-tribulation, mid-tribulation, and post-tribulation perspectives and why people who love Scripture can still disagree. Even if you believe the church won't be present for the tribulation, Zechariah still lands with real force because it reveals God's character, God's judgment, and God's grace. The same mercy God promises to pour out is the mercy that saves us through Jesus Christ.From there, we talk about Israel and why it's so easy to get pulled into two extremes in today's media climate. We push back on both uncritical cheerleading and ugly blame, because Scripture names sin as the true problem. We also discuss false prophets in Zechariah's warning and what that means in an age of YouTube experts and nonstop commentary. The practical takeaway is personal: don't compartmentalize your faith. God calls us to consecration, to real holiness, and to rooting out idols before they grow.If this helped you think more clearly about Zechariah, the end times, and daily Christian discernment, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show.New episodes every Mondaywww.lifehousemot.cominfo@lifehousede.comJoin us Sundays at 9 & 11 AMIntro music by Joey Blair

In this opening sermon to 1 Samuel, Pastor Steven introduces the story of Israel's transition from chaos to kingship through the lens of the “Ebenezer”—a stone that marks God's faithfulness. Tracing the broader story of Scripture from Judges to the rise of Samuel, Saul, and David, this message shows how God's people, broken and leaderless, are led toward the need for a true king.As the story unfolds, 1 Samuel reveals not only how God has been faithful in the past, but how He will continue to be faithful—ultimately pointing beyond David to the greater King who secures lasting salvation for His people. 

This sermon reflects on Christ's Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem as both the fulfillment of Old Covenant prophecy and a foreshadowing of His final return in glory, emphasizing the contrast between those who laid down garments and those who offered only palm branches as a symbol of varying degrees of self-surrender to Christ. As Holy Week begins, the faithful are called to move beyond partial devotion and instead offer their whole lives—heart, soul, mind, and body—to the Lord, uniting themselves more fully to His Passion, Crucifixion, and Resurrection. The preacher urges intentional participation in the sacred liturgies of the week, renewed commitment to fasting and repentance, and a detachment from worldly concerns, reminding believers that this sacred time is uniquely filled with grace—enough to sustain the soul for the year—and that through sharing in Christ's suffering, they may also share in His eternal glory.

Sunday March 29, 2026. Looking for the True King: Studies in the Life of David. "Last Words: God the Coming King," a sermon on 2 Samuel 23:1-7 from Dr. Sean Lucas. 

We explore the message of the prophets and their prophecies about a coming king who will restore everything, a true beacon of hope for the nation and the entire world. We see further details about the promised king, describing him as more than just a man, but also God himself. We discuss the future of Israel under the king's reign and the hope in his resurrection. Further, we highlight prophecies about a new covenant God plans for Israel and their return to their land after exile.Bible ReadingsIsaiah 9:2-7Isaiah 53:2-12Jeremiah 31:31-34Support the showRead along with us in the Bible Brief App! Try the Bible Brief book for an offline experience!Get your free Bible Timeline with the 10 Steps: Timeline LinkSupport the show: Tap here to become a monthly supporter!Review the show: Tap here!Want to go deeper?...Download the Bible Brief App!iPhone: App Store LinkAndroid: Play Store LinkWant a physical book? Check out "Bible Brief" by our founder!Amazon: Amazon LinkWebsite: biblebrief.orgInstagram: @realbiblebriefX: @biblebriefFacebook: @realbiblebriefEmail the Show: biblebrief@biblelit.org Want to learn the Bible languages (Greek & Hebrew)? Check out our partner Biblingo (and use our link/code for a discount!): https://bibli...

Discover how the entire Old Testament points to Jesus Christ in this deep dive into biblical prophecy and the grand narrative of Scripture. From Genesis 3:15 to the prophets, learn how every story anticipates the coming King.KEY TOPICS COVERED:The Road to Emmaus encounter (Luke 24) and why it mattersGenesis 3:15 - The first Messianic prophecyTracing the "seed" promise through Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and JudahWhy First and Second Kings matter in the biblical narrativeHow Matthew 1's genealogy connects 42 generations to JesusUnderstanding the Bible as one cohesive story, not isolated booksSCRIPTURE REFERENCES:Luke 24:13-27 | Genesis 3:15 | Genesis 12, 15, 26, 35, 49 | 2 Samuel 7 | Zechariah 9:9 | Matthew 1Whether you're struggling through your Bible reading plan or wanting to understand how the Old and New Testaments connect, this episode will transform how you read Scripture. Learn to see Christ in all of Scripture and understand the dramatic storyline from creation to redemption.