Sermons on King Ahab:

Immanuel: The Greatest Gift We Never Asked For

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 17, 2004

Isaiah predicted the coming of Christ to a hard hearted king - even without his asking.

Isaiah 7:10-14 Again the LORD spoke to Ahaz, “Ask the LORD your God for a sign, whether in the deepest depths or in the highest heights.” But Ahaz said, “I will not ask; I will not put the LORD to the test.” Then Isaiah said, “Hear now, you house of David! Is it not enough to try the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Greatest Rescue Ever!

Contributed by Edward Frey on Nov 24, 2001

Christ, our King, has rescued us from the power of sin, death, and the devil.

Sermon Text: Colossians 1:13-20 Christ the King Sunday – November 25, 2001 A couple of weeks ago we all heard about those social aid workers who were kidnapped by Taliban forces and held captive for several days. What’s amazing is that two of the hostages were held prisoner apparently for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Just A Cup Of Water

Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 22, 2000

This message emphasizes the real reason why Christians should serve their King, Jesus Christ.

“Just a Cup of Water” 2 Samuel 23:1-5; 8; 13-17 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. There are few characters in the Word of God who attract our attention as much as the man, David. B. He is mentioned more than any other character in the Bible, except the Lord Jesus Christ. C. He is the only ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Living Wisely As Canadian Christians

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jul 1, 2001

Some thoughts on what it means to "obey the king" in today’s "pagan" society and government.

Living Wisely as Canadian Christians Eccl. 8:2-6 and Romans 13:1-10 (NLT) Happy 134th birthday Canada! All across the land today many impressive speakers with impressive speaking ability will try to pump up the sometimes not so hot Canadian patriotism. Fireworks, great performers doing their stuff ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:2-6, Romans 13:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Be Strong, Be Courageous, Be Faithful

Contributed by Scott Carmer on May 30, 2006

On his death bed, these are the words of advice given by King David to his son Solomon.

Be Strong, Be Courageous, Be Faithful I Kings 2:1-4 May 28, 2006 The Greatest Spectacle in Racing takes place today. The Indianapolis 500 has been a Memorial Weekend tradition ever since 1911 with the exception of a few years during wartime when it wasn’t run. I will be the first to admit to you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

The Sin Of The Second Glance

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 26, 2006

What does the verse "In the spring when kings go out to war" mean

2 Samuel 11 David and Bathsheba 1 In the spring, at the time when kings go off to war, David sent Joab out with the king’s men and the whole Israelite army. They destroyed the Ammonites and besieged Rabbah. But David remained in Jerusalem. 2 One evening David got up from his bed and walked ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Christ's Reign Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Nov 20, 2006

A sermon based on Revelation 1:4-8, focussing on the reign of Christ our King.

Sermon for Christ the King Sunday Yr B, 26/11/2006 Based on Rev 1:4-8 By Rev. Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of The Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Christ’s Reign” Sometimes, when writing exams, stressed-out students can ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Dance In The Lord's Blessing

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007

First of the two part series on King David based on the lectionary Proper 10B.

If you look at the life of King David, he is pretty much like you and me. He has his strength and weaknesses like every human being. He was an artist, a poet, a musician, that he was often invited by the king to perform in the palace. He was also a warrior, even as a young man, he took down ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ultimate Blessing

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007

Second of two-part series on King David based on the lectionary reading of Proper 11.

2 Samuel 7:1-14a: Now when the king was settled in his house, and the LORD had given him rest from all his enemies around him, 2 the king said to the prophet Nathan, “See now, I am living in a house of cedar, but the ark of God stays in a tent.” 3 Nathan said to the king, “Go, do all that you have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Grandparent's Prayer

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Sep 10, 2007

The blessing you will give to your grandchildren, theri inheritance, begins with this prayer by King David.

The Grandparent’s Prayer Psalm 71:18 Today is a national holiday. It’s Grandparent’s Day, signed into law by President Jimmy Carter after an unanimous vote from Congress in September of 1978. What is a Grandparent? Taken from papers written by a class of 8 year olds: - Grandparents are a lady ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:18

Denomination: Church Of God

The War On Terror

Contributed by Dwight Jones on Feb 28, 2003

How can you and I defeat the king of terror? This message tells you how!

The War on Terror 2 Kings 19:1-37 (KJV) TERROR. The rendering of several Heb. words and one Gk. word denoting great fear, that which agitates both body and mind. Some of these words have as their primary meaning the cause of fear, others the result. Thus ’êmâ (Joshua 2:9; Job 20:25; Psalm 55:4; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 19:1-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lessons To Help You Fight Giants Series

Contributed by Michael Cassara on Sep 8, 2001

Learn from King David how you can overcome the giants in your life.

SEEKING GOD FAITHFULLY- A LOOK AT THE LIFE OF DAVID Message #3 Lessons To Help You Fight Giants 1 Samuel 17 INTRODUCTION It was February of 1980. A group of 12 American amateur hockey players took the ice in Lake Placid NY to face the toughest and best hockey team in the world, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Is Well With My Soul

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

We can know the peace of God in the midst of difficult circumstances if we will cling to the King.

"It Is Well With My Soul" Psalm 116 I have been a minister of the Good News of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for almost fifteen years now. In those fifteen years I have come to understand that some people look upon ministers to supply answers to unanswerable questions, to bring comfort when ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-7, Psalm 116:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Narnia: Behold, The Lion Of Judah Has Come And Conquered Series

Contributed by Brian Wood on Dec 14, 2005

That we would be filled with the power and promise of Christmas through beholding and bowing to Christ the King.

Behold His wisdom and humility...52:13-53:3 God tells us to “Behold” to give our complete attention to Jesus Christ His Servant because Jesus knows and Jesus does what is necessary to bring us back from condemnation into communion with God. Because of Jesus’ willingness to humble Himself to do ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

On The 7th Day Of The 5th Month

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 12, 2011

Exposition of 2 Kings 25 regarding reflections on the 10th Anniversary of 9/11.

Text: 2 Kings 25:1-30, Title: On the 7th Day of the 5th Month, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/11/11, AM A. Opening illustration: you probably remember where you were on Sept 11 about 9:00… B. Background to passage: The day was August 24, 585 BC. The siege of Jerusalem had been ongoing for about 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 25:1-30

Denomination: Baptist