https://www.cbcninilchik.com/podcasts/101902/ Sunday morning worship service messages, which aim to exalt our Lord Jesus Christ from the book of First Samuel. Religion & Spirituality Calvary Baptist Church http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://vps.sermonaudio.com/resize_image/images/series/1440/1440/101902.1725329411.jpg https://www.cbcninilchik.com/podcasts/101902/ en Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:01:46 +0000 30 Jon Cardwell no Sunday morning worship service messages, which aim to exalt our Lord Jesus Christ from the book of First Samuel. https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/6132053313380 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 SAMUEL 31:1-13 * I. EXPOSITION FOR CONSIDERATION David's Doubting Despair, 1 Sam 27 Defiant Doom of Saul, 1 Sam 28 David's Devilish Declaration, 1 Sam 29 Despair unto Salvation, 1 Sam 30 Despicable, Dishonoring Death, 1 Sam 31 II. EDIFICATION BY IMPLICATION Figures of Christ 1 Sam 9:3-5, 21; 11:13 Faith by Regeneration 1 Sam 10:9-13 Failures in Flesh Pride, 1 Sam 11:11-12 Idolatry, 1 Sam 15:22-23 Adultery, 1 Sam 28:7 Faithless, 1 Sam 31:4 III. EXHORTATIONS IN APPLICATION Micah 6:8 A Life of Faith walk humbly with your God Matt 5:3; Rom 12:3 love mercy 1 Cor 2:2; Gal 6:14 do justly Titus 3:7-8; Gal 2:20; Jn 10:10 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/6132053313380 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 07 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:44:23 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/62202051568037 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 SAMUEL 30:1-31 * I. BACKGROUND FOR CONSIDERATION David's Doubting Despair, 1 Samuel 27 Defiant Doom of Saul, 1 Samuel 28 David's Devilish Declaration, 1 Samuel 29 Despair Unto Salvation, 1 Samuel 30 II. BLESSED HIGHLIGHTS FOR EDIFICATION The Wickedness, 1 Sam 27:1-30:3 The Weeping, 1 Sam 30:4a The Weakness, 1 Sam 30:4b The Witness, 1 Sam 30:5-30 III. BENEFICIAL TRUTHS FOR APPLICATION This Question to the Egyptian (in historical reference) This Question to those Hopeful [for salvation] This Question to those Saved (in application) This Question to those Unsaved (by general implication) https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/62202051568037 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 31 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:42:39 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/52620198476311 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 29:1-11 * I. EXPOSITION FOR CONSIDERATION David's Doubting Despair - 1 Samuel 27 Saul's Defiant Doom - 1 Samuel 28 David's Devilish Declaration - 1 Samuel 29; 2 Corinthians 6:14 II. EDIFICATION BY IMPLICATION Vanity (confuses our worship), v6a a. Luke 6:26 Vexation (confounds our witness), v6b a. Isa 43:11; Jonah 2:9; 1 Cor 7:14-16 Villainy (corrupts our character), v8 a. 1 Cor 15:33; Jas 4:4 III. EXHORTATIONS IN APPLICATION Hazards with Yoking Unequally a. 2 Cor 6:14-18 - mother earth; ministry; marriage Horror of a Worldly Witness a. 1 Cor 15:33: Jas 4:4 - reputation; repercussions; responsibility Hope for the Penitent Sinner a. Psa 144:3-4 b. Prov 13:20 c. Heb 10:24-25 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/52620198476311 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 24 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:45:00 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/519201953391752 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 Samuel 29:1-11 * I. EXPOSITIONAL CONTEXT Explanation of the Letter 1. cause for its writing Emphasis in the Letter 1. Christ's scriptural fulfillments throughout 2. Christ's supremacy throughout Exhortation from the Letter 1. context of the quotation 2. connection to our conduct II. EDIFYING COMFORT Instances of the Quote 1. promise to Jacob, Gen 28:15 2. promise to Joshua, Deut 31:6; Josh 1:5 3. promise to Solomon, 1 Chron 28:20 Implications of the Quote 1. promise's forsaken power, Psa 22:1; Matt 27:46 2. promise's forever power, Matt 28:20 3. promise's fount of power, Psa 68:28 III. EMPOWERED COMMANDMENTS From the Old Testament References 1. travels of faith, Gen 28:15 2. tasked with leadership & conquest, Deut 31:6; Josh 1:5 3. taken to building Christ's kingdom, 1 Chron 28:20 From the Quoted Reference Itself 1. addressing conduct, Phil 4:5 2. addressing covetousness, 1 Tim 6:9-10 3. addressing contentment, 1 Tim 6:6-8, 11-16 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/519201953391752 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 17 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:35:58 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/511201926188002 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 Samuel 28:1-25 * I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Brief Exposition & Insights for Our Chapter 1. Philistines Plan War With Israel, 1 Sam 28:1-2 2. Profitless Saul, Due to Death of Prophet Samuel, 1 Sam 28:3-4 3. Prompts Saul to Find Witch to Conjure the Dead, 1 Sam 28:5-25 a. The king disguises himself, vv5-11 b. The witch discovers Saul, vv12-14 c. The prophet discloses Saul's sin, vv15-19 d. The sinner's dreadful despair, vv20-25 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION, 1 Sam 28:18 Saul's Rebellious Act of Worship 1. Self-exalted worship, 1 Sam 13:9-12 2. Sinful disobedience, 1 Sam 15:9, 23-26 Saul's Relentless Reign of Terror 1. Envious heart, 1 Sam 18:8 (defies prophecy) 2. Extreme hatred, 1 Sam 22:16 (defies priesthood) 3. Enraged hypocrisy, 1 Sam 23:8 (defies kingdom) Saul's Ruinous Attempt to Hear from God 1. No revelation, 1 Sam 28:6 2. No restraint, Prov 29:18; Ex 32:25 Sinner's Responsible Application of the Lessons Learned 1. Significance of revelation, Prov 29:18a 2. Source & substance of revelation, Rev 19:10 3. Sanctifying power of revelation, Prov 29:18b https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/511201926188002 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 10 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:36:41 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/54201828104774 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 Sam 26:1-27:12 * [ 2nd Service Recording ] I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 18:1-30 3. David's Fleeing Fiendish Saul, 19:1-24 4. David's Fearful Field, 20:1-42 5. David Feigns Foolishness, 21:1-15 6. David's Family & Followers Fill the Ranks, 22:1-23 7. David's Fortification in the Wilderness, 23:1-29 8. David Finds Himself Confronted with Saul, 24:1-22 9. David Forsakes Violence Against Nabal, 25:1-44 10. David Filches Saul's Spear and Water, 26:1-25 11. David's Foolish Submission to Achish, 27:1-12 Brief Outline of Our Chapters 1. David Sneaks into Saul's Camp, 1 Sam 26:1-12 2. David Stands on a Far Off Hill, 1 Sam 26:13-25 3. David Subjects Himself to Achish, 1 Sam 27:1-12 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION, 1 Sam 27:1 David's Faithless Heart -Doubt arises despite... 1. providential witness, 1 Sam 26:1-25 2. powerful word, 1 Sam 16:12 David's Fleshly Weakness -Doubt arises... 1. because the flesh is weak, Gal 5:17 2. from enduring long trials, 1 Sam 19-16 3. from emotional fatigue, 1 Sam 26:18-20, 25 David's Foolish Actions -Doubts cause us to... 1. make ungodly decisions, 1 Sam 27:5-7 2. openly sin, 1 Sam 27:8-10 3. withhold mercy from others, 1 Sam 27:11 4. align ourselves with God's enemies, 1 Sam 29:8 Disciple's Faithful Remedy, 1 John 3:19-24 1. Rely upon the greatness of God in Christ, v20 2. Rest in confidence toward God in Christ, v21 3. Respond with Christ-exalting faith & obedience, vv22-23 4. Reside with Christ in the Spirit, v24 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/54201828104774 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 03 May 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:34:40 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/42820184856415 [CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 Samuel 25:1-44] I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 1 Sam 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 1 Sam 18:1-30 3. David's Fleeing Fiendish Saul, 1 Sam 19:1-24 4. David's Fearful Field, 1 Sam 20:1-42 5. David Feigns Foolishness, 1 Sam 21:1-15 6. David's Family & Followers Fill the Ranks, 1 Sam 22:1-23 7. David's Fortification in the Wilderness, 1 Sam 23:1-29 8. David Finds Himself Confronted with Saul, 1 Sam 24:1-22 9. David Forsakes Violence Against Nabal, 1 Sam 25:1-44 Brief Exposition & Insights for Our Chapter 1. Death of the Prophet Samuel, 1 Sam 25:1 2. David Protects Nabal's Flocks & Servants, 1 Sam 25:2-12 3. David Promises to Punish Nabal, 1 Sam 25:13-22 4. David Paused by Abigail's Intercession, 1 Sam 25:23-31 5. David Praises Abigail's Faithfulness, 1 Sam 25:32-35 6. Death Presses upon Nabal's Hardened Heart, 1 Sam 25:36-39a 7. David Proposes Marriage to Abigail, 1 Sam 25:39b-44 III. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION, 1 Sam 25:25-28 Perceiving the Foolishness of Fools, v25 John 2:24-25; Psa 14:1; Jer 17:9; 1 Cor 2:14 Prayerful Intercessions for the Lord's Enemies, v26a 1 Sam 12:23; 1 Tim 2:1 Praising the Lord for His Just Judgments, v26b Rom 1:18-19; Rev 19:1-3 Presenting Our Love to the Lord by Gifts of Substance, v27 Rom 12:1; 1 Cor 6:19-20 Pleading Forgiveness for Our Sins, v28 1 Sam 25:24; 1 Jn 1:9 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/42820184856415 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 26 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:36:04 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/31620184730186 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 Samuel 24:1-22 ** I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 1 Sam 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 1 Sam 18:1-30 3. David's Fleeing Fiendish Saul, 1 Sam 19:1-24 4. David's Fearful Field, 1 Sam 20:1-42 5. David Feigns Foolishness, 1 Sam 21:1-15 6. David's Family & Followers Fill the Ranks, 1 Sam 22:1-23 7. David's Fortification in the Wilderness, 1 Sam 23:1-29 8. David Finds Himself Confronted with Saul, 1 Sam 24:1-22 Brief Exposition & Prophetic Expression of Our Chapter 1. David Spares Saul's Life, 1 Sam 24:1-22 2. David, a Similitude of Our Lord Jesus Christ, 1 Sam 24:1-22 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Blessed are the merciful, For they shall obtain mercy. Matt 5:7 The Merciful Will Suffer Temptation, v4 1. Yet, David arose... a. 1 Cor 10:13; Heb 4:16 The Merciful Praise God's Sovereignty, v6 1. ...he is the anointed of the LORD. a. Rom 12:19 The Merciful Restrain Others, v7 1. So David restrained his servants... a. Rom 12:17; Jas 2:13 The Merciful are Meek, v14 1. A dead dog? A flea? a. Matt 5:5; Rom 12:16 The Merciful Seek the Salvation of Others, vv17-18 1. the LORD delivered me into your hand... a. 1 Pet 1:3-5 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/31620184730186 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 15 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:37:50 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/310201946325623 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 Samuel 23:1-29 ** I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 1 Sam 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 1 Sam 18:1-30 3. David's Fleeing Fiendish Saul, 1 Sam 19:1-24 4. David's Fearful Field, 1 Sam 20:1-42 5. David Feigns Foolishness, 1 Sam 21:1-15 6. David's Family & Followers Fill the Ranks, 1 Sam 22:1-23 7. David's Fortification in the Wilderness, 1 Sam 23:1-29 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. David Saves the City of Keilah, 1 Sam 23:1-13 2. David Stays in Wilderness Strongholds, 1 Sam 23:14-29 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Christ is Our Captain & Guide 1. David inquired of the LORD... v2 a. Prov 19:21; John 16:13 (John 15:26) Christ is Our Courage & Strength 1. “For I will deliver the Philistines into your hands...” vv3-4 a. 1 Sam 17:45-46; Eph 6:10 Christ is Our Wisdom & Discernment 1. “Will the men of Keilah deliver me into his hand?” vv5-13 a. 1 John 2:20, 27; Jas 1:5-8 Christ is Our Comfort & Encouragement 1. Jonathan... went to David... vv16-18 a. 1 Thess 5:9-11; Heb 10:24-25 Christ is Our Complete Stronghold 1. David stayed in strongholds in the wilderness... v14 a. 2 Pet 1:10 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/310201946325623 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 08 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:37:47 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/33202214353637 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 Samuel 22:1-23 ** I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 1 Sam 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 1 Sam 18:1-30 3. David's Fleeing Fiendish Saul, 1 Sam 19:1-24 4. David's Fearful Field, 1 Sam 20:1-42 5. David Feigns Foolishness, 1 Sam 21:1-15 6. David's Family & Followers Fill the Ranks, 1 Sam 22:1-23 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. David at the Cave of Adullum, 1 Sam 22:1-5 2. Doeg Kills Priests at Saul's Command, 1 Sam 22:6-23 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Connection 1. So when his brothers and all his father's house… a. Matt 12:49-50; Rom 8:28-29 Completion 1. And everyone who was in distress… a. Psa 38:4; Matt 9:12-13; 11:28-30; Phil 4:19 Captain 1. So he became captain over them. a. Heb 2:10; 2 Tim 2:3-4 Church 1. about four hundred men… a. Psa 133:1; John 15:13 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/33202214353637 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 01 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:36:10 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/2262021257893 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 Samuel 21:1-15; Psalm 34:1-22 ** I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 1 Sam 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 1 Sam 18:1-30 3. David's Fleeing Fiendish Saul, 1 Sam 19:1-24 4. David's Fearful Field, 1 Sam 20:1-42 5. David Feigns Foolishness, 1 Sam 21:1-15 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. David and Ahimelch, 1 Sam 21:1-9 2. David and Achish, 1 Sam 21:10-15 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION David Feigns Insanity 1 Sam 21:10-15 1. David's fretful life, v10 2. David's “faithless” behavior, vv11-12 3. David's frail humanity, Psa 34:17-18 David, a Figure of Christ 1. They said Jesus was insane a. Mark 3:21; John 10:20 David Foreshadows Christian Regeneration 1. They said Paul was insane a. Acts 26:24 2. Testimony of a regenerate life a. words in his heart, v10 (Rom 10:9-10, 17) b. changed his behavior, v11 (2 Cor 5:17; Rom 12:1-2) David's Faithful Lesson for Us 1. Psalm 34 a. trust the Lord, v8 b. fear the Lord, v9 c. seek the Lord, v10 d. learn from the Lord, v11 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/2262021257893 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 23 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:34:08 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/217202341531417 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 1 Samuel 20:1-42 ** I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 1 Sam 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 1 Sam 18:1-30 3. David's Fleeing Fiendish Saul, 1 Sam 19:1-24 4. David's Fearful Field, 1 Sam 20:1-42 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. David Covenant with Jonathan, 1 Sam 20:1-23 2. David Concealed in the Field, 1 Sam 20:24-34 3. David Clear About Saul's Intent, 1 Sam 20:35-42 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Brotherly Love between Jonathan & David 1 Sam 20:41-42 1. Jonathan Loves David (agape), 1 Sam 18:1-4; 20:17 2. Jonathan Loves David (phileo), 1 Sam 20:41-42 a. Peter's shortcoming in love, Jn 21:15-17 Beholding David as a Type of Christ 1. Disciples Saddened at Christ's Departure, Jn 14:1 2. “David more so…” 1 Sam 20:41; Rev 22:20 Blessed Application in Our Love for Christ 1 Sam 20:42 1. Go in peace... a. bow to Christ's sovereignty, Psa 37:7 2. We have both sworn… a. remember Christ's covenant w/us, Heb 8:6 b. remember our covenant w/Christ, 1 Sam 18:3-4; Psa 73:25-26 3. forever... a. Christ is faithful, 1 Thess 5:24 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/217202341531417 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 16 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:33:41 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/210201815365708 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING - 1 Samuel 20:1-42 ** I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 1 Sam 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 1 Sam 18:1-30 3. David's Fleeing Fiendish Saul, 1 Sam 19:1-24 4. David's Fearful Field, 1 Sam 20:1-42 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. David Covenant with Jonathan, 1 Sam 20:1-23 2. David Concealed in the Field, 1 Sam 20:24-34 3. David Clear About Saul's Intent, 1 Sam 20:35-42 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Love's Reality 1. God's Nature, 1 Jn 4:8 2. God's Salvation, John 3:16 3. Opposes the World, 1 Jn 2:15 Love's Response 1. Our Continuous Need, 1 Sam 20:17 2. Our Communion with Believers, 1 Jn 4:7-8 3. Our Christian Witness, John 13:35 4. Our Compassionate Grace, Matt 5:44-45 Love's Reward 1. Fellowship with God, 1 Jn 4:12 2. Fearlessness, 1 Jn 4:17-18 3. Forgiveness, 1 Pet 4:8 (Prov 10:12) 4. Fulfills, Rom 13:8 5. Fills, Eph 5:18; Rom 5:5 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/210201815365708 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 09 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:43:13 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/2420452323679 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 1 Sam 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 1 Sam 18:1-30 3. David's Fleeing Fiendish Saul, 1 Sam 19:1-24 Brief Outline of Our Chapters 1. An Eternal Friendship, 1 Sam 18:1-5 2. An EnviousFool, 1 Sam 18:6-16 3. An Enemy Forever, 1 Sam 18:17-30 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Surrendered to Christ, 1 Sam 18:1, 3-4 (last week) 1. robe, Rev 4:10 (sovereignty) 2. armor, Psa 121:7 (protection) 3. sword, Eph 6:10 (battle) 4. bow, Phil 4:19 (provision) 5. belt, Prov 3:5-6 (complete trust) Sanctified by Christ 1. Responsibility & Reason a. Phil 2:12-13 2. Reality & Response b. 2 Cor 10:3-6; Eph 6:10-13; 2 Tim 2:3 Soldiering for Christ, Eph 6:14-18 1. truth, v14a, John 14:6 (centered in Christ) 2. righteousness, v14b, Eph 2:10 (good works) 3. gospel, v15, Rom 1:16 (stand upon gospel) 4. faith, v16, Jude 1:3 (contend for faith) 5. salvation, v17a, Eph 4:23, (renewed mind) 6. word, v17b, Psa 119:11 (word in heart) 7. prayer, v18, 1 Thess 5:17 (ceaseless prayer) https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/2420452323679 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 02 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:38:55 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/127200545677 Background for Our Chapter 1. David's First Fight, 1 Sam 17:1-58 2. David's Faithful Friend, 1 Sam 18:1-30 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. An Eternal Friendship, 1 Sam 18:1-5 2. An Envious Fool, 1 Sam 18:6-16 3. An Enemy Forever, 1 Sam 18:17-30 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Christ's Covenant Embraced, 1 Sam 18:1, 3 1. Substitution, 2 Cor 5:21a 2. Imputation, 2 Cor 5:21b 3. Satisfaction, Isa 53:10 Christ's Covenant Engaged, 1 Sam 18:4 1. robe, Rev 4:10 - (sovereignty) 2. armor, Psa 121:7 - (protection) 3. sword, Eph 6:10 - (battle) 4. bow, Phil 4:19 - (provision) 5. belt, Eph 6:14; Prov 3:5-6 - (complete trust) Christ's Covenant Explained 1. Responsibility, Phil 2:12 2. Reason, Phil 2:13 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/127200545677 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 26 Jan 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:37:44 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/11220234338753 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. Saul's Foolish Offering, 1 Sam 13:1-23 2. Saul's Foolish Oath, 1 Sam 14:1-52 3. Saul's Failure to Obey, 1 Sam 15:1-35 4. Saul's Foul Outcome, 1 Sam 16:1-23 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. Anointing of David by Samuel, 1 Sam 16:1-13 2. Anguish of Saul by Evil Spirit, 1 Sam 16:14-23 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Perceptive Inspection 1. God's Omniscient Nature a. Isa 40:13-14 2. God's Regenerating Work in Salvation a. 2 Cor 5:17 3. God's Imputation in Salvation a. Rom 4:6-8 Prophetic Implication 1. David as the Good Shepherd (v11a) a. John 10:11 2. David as the Younger (v11b) a. Gen 25:23; Matt 3:11 3. David with Spirit of the Lord (v13) a. Luke 4:18 (Isa 61:1-2) Practical Application 1. Complete Reliance upon Christ a. Prov 3:5 2. Constant Submission to the Holy Spirit a. Prov 3:6 3. Consistent Fellowship in the Word a. Psa 1:2 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/11220234338753 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 12 Jan 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:46:08 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/112023327174 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapters 1. Saul's Foolish Offering, 1 Sam 13:1-23 2. Saul's Foolish Vow, 1 Sam 14:1-52 Brief Outline of Our Chapters 1. Saul's Son Smites Philistines, 1 Sam 13:1-7 2. Saul Sacrifices Foolishly, 1 Sam 13:8-23 3. Saul's Son Defeats the Philistines, 1 Sam 14:1-23 4. Saul's Stupid Vow, 1 Sam 14:24-46 5. Saul Secures Israel from Enemies, 1 Sam 14:47-52 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Pitiful Condition 1. Saul's Impatient Character, 1 Sam 13:11-12 2. Saul's Impulsive Conduct, 1 Sam 13:13; 14:24 3. Saul's Inescapable Condition, Rom 3:23 Prophetic Implication 1. Christ Alone is Wise, 1 Tim 1:17 2. Christ Alone Can Keep Commands, 2 Cor 5:21 3. Christ Alone Will Rule Forever, Luke 1:32-33 Practical Application 1. Patience through a Christ Perspective a. Rom 5:1-3; Jas 1:5-8 2. Patience unto Christ-likeness (Experience) a. Rom 5:4a; Rom 8:28-29 3. Patience Ultimately in Expectation (Hope) a. Rom 5:4b-5; Eph 1:13-14 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/112023327174 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 29 Dec 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:31:55 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/122019611271997 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. Coveting a Worldly King, 1 Sam 8:1-22 2. Communion with the Future King, 1 Sam 9:1-27 3. Calling Forth the Anointed King, 1 Sam 10:1-27 4. Conquering with the Saving King, 1 Sam 11:1-15 5. Challenge to Serve the King of kings, 1 Sam 12:1-25 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. Samuel's Witness, 1 Sam 12:1-5 2. Sovereign LORD's Witness, 1 Sam 12:6-12 3. Solemn Word to the People, 1 Sam 12:13-15 4. Sign of God's Power, 1 Sam 12:16-18 5. Sin & Israel's Confession, 1 Sam 12:19 6. Samuel's Promised Intercessions, 1 Sam 12:20-23 7. Samuel's Pleading Instructions, 1 Sam 12:24-25 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Samuel's Faithful Witness of Christ, 1 Sam 12:1-25 1. Son of God's Incarnate Witness, vv1-5 2. Son of God's Victorious Witness, vv6-12 3. Spirit of God Reveals Our Sin, vv13-15 4. Spirit of God Convicts with Power, vv16-18 5. Sinners Repent & Confess to God, v19 6. Son of God Continues to Intercede, vv20-23 7. Spirit of God Continues to Instruct, vv24-25 Samuel's Fearful Word from Christ, 1 Sam 12:24 1. fear the Lord 2. serve Him in truth 3. consider what great things, (Psa 65:4) a. powerful grace in Christ b. eternal presence of Christ c. abiding satisfaction with Christ https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/122019611271997 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 15 Dec 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:37:23 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/121019195271880 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. Coveting a Worldly King, 1 Sam 8:1-22 2. Communion with the Future King, 1 Sam 9:1-27 3. Calling Forth the Anointed King, 1 Sam 10:1-27 4. Conquering with the Saving King, 1 Sam 11:1-15 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. Covenanting with Wicked Nahash, 1 Sam 11:1-3 2. Call of the Men of War by Saul, 1 Sam 11:4-10 3. Conquering the Enemy, 1 Sam 11:11 4. Celebrating the Lord's Salvation, 1 Sam 11:12-15 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION The Lord has Accomplished Salvation in Israel, 1 Sam 11:13 1. Conquered Enemy, v11 a. Rom 8:31-37 2. Corrupt Tendency of the Flesh, v12 a. Luke 9:51-54; Gal 5:17 3. Covenant Mercy of our Christ, v13 a. Eph 2:8-9; Luke 9:55-56 4. Celebrating Victory with our Christ, vv14-15 a. renew the kingdom - Heb 10:24-25; Lam 3:22-23 b. there made Saul king - John 5:39; Phil 2:9-11 c. made sacrifices - Rom 12:1 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/121019195271880 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 08 Dec 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:31:31 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/12219050154605 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. Coveting a Worldly King, 1 Sam 8:1-22 2. Communion with the Future King, 1 Sam 9:1-27 3. Calling Forth the Anointed King, 1 Sam 10:1-27 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. Saul Anointed and Instructed, 1 Sam 10:1-8 2. Saul Among the Prophets, 1 Sam 10:9-13 3. Saul Answers His Uncle, 1 Sam 10:14-16 4. Saul Among the Equipment, 1 Sam 10:17-22 5. Saul Announced as King, 1 Sam 10:23-27 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION A Foreshadow of Gracious Salvation, 1 Sam 10:6 1. Spirit of the LORD a. converting power b. Ezek 36:26; John 3:3-5 2. you will prophesy a. confessing power, v10 b. Rom 10:9-10 3. turned into another man a. changing power, v9 b. 2 Cor 5:17; Jas 2:17 4. only a foreshadow a. purpose b. promise c. praise https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/12219050154605 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 01 Dec 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:29:49 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1124191710253563 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. Israel Led by Samuel, 1 Sam 7:1-17 2. Israel Lusts for a King Like the Nations, 1 Sam 8:1-22 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. Saul Searches for Lost Beasts, 1 Sam 9:1-5 2. Saul's Servant Suggests a Seer, 1 Sam 9:6-13 3. Saul Meets Samuel, 1 Sam 9:14-21 4. Saul Eats with Samuel, 1 Sam 9:22-25 5. Saul Anointed by Samuel, 1 Sam 9:26-10:1 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Saul, the Obedient Son, 1 Sam 9:1-26 1. Choice Benjamite, vv1-2, 21 a. son of Kish, v1 b. handsome & very tall, v2 c. humble & historically aware, v21 2. Caring Son, vv3-5 a. thoroughly sought the lost donkeys,vv3-4 b. thoughtful of his father's worry, v5 3. Considerate & Respectful Young Man, v7 Saul, the Chosen King, 1 Sam 9:27-10:1 1. Preparation for the Word a. “servant to go ahead” – personally received b. “stand here” – profoundly reflected c. “awhile” - patiently remain 2. Proclamation of the Word a. enlightened by the Word (disclosure) b. employment in the Word (duty) c. empowered thru the Word (devotion) https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1124191710253563 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 24 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:43:34 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/111719215752508 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background for Our Chapter 1. Samuel Judges Israel, 1 Sam 7 Brief Outline of Our Chapter 1. Dishonest Sons of Samuel, 1 Sam 8:1-3 2. Disgruntled Nation of Israel,1 Sam 8:4-6 3. Displeasure of the Prophet, 1 Sam 8:7-9 4. Duties in Having a King, 1 Sam 8:10-18 5. Dismissal of God's Word, 1 Sam 8:19-22 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Presentation of Our Verses, 1 Sam 8:19-20 1. Desire for Christ's Kingdom, v20b a. king may judge us, 2 Tim 4:8 b. king may represent us, 1 Tim 2:5 c. king may fight for us, Deut 1:30-31 2. Denial of Christ's Kingship, vv19-20a a. the people refused to obey i. echoes of the cross, Matt 27:25 b. they wanted to be like all the nations, John 18:36 i. earthly desires, John 6:15 ii. eternal desolation, Gen 41; 47:14-24 Practical Application for Our Victory 1. Pray to God Early a. Psa 63:1 2. Praise the Lord in Every Circumstance a. Psa 63:5 3. Ponder His Personal Attributes Each Night a. Psa 63:6 4. Pursue the Lord Jesus with All Your Everything a. Psa 63:8 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/111719215752508 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 17 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:35:03 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1110192339204436 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background from First Samuel 4-6 1. The Ark of God Captured, 1 Sam 4 2. The Ark of God Breaks Dagon, 1 Sam 5 3. The Ark of God Returned, 1 Sam 6 Brief Outline of First Samuel 7 1. God's Ark in Kirjath Jearim, 1 Sam 7:1-2 2. God's Judge in Israel, 1 Sam 7:3-6 3. God's Thunder in Philistines Ears, 1 Sam 7:7-17 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Powerful Illustrations of Christ Jesus 1. Christ, the ark of God, 1 Sam 7:1 a. Matt 28:20; Heb 13:5 2. Christ, the Stone of help, 1 Sam 7:12 a. Isa 28:16; Psa 118:22 (Matt 21:42) 3. Christ's gospel pictures in the ark a. from tragic acts comes gospel triumph i. faithless men unto fallen idols ii. fallen man unto faithful promise iii. filthy sinners' conspiracy unto free salvation in Christ's cross Practical Applications for Christ's Glory 1. Houston, we have a problem... Rom 7:18-19 a. second problem, Jas 3:2-3 2. heavenly solution, Heb 4:15-16 a. Stone of help is sovereign God i. Christ's gospel proclamation, Psa 118:22-23 ii. Christ's gospel providence, Rom 8:28 3. hopeful solution for the unsaved, Matt 21:42, 44 a. Stone of help is a saving God i. Christ's gospel sufficient to save, Psa 118:22 ii. Christ's gospel powerful to save, Psa 118:23 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1110192339204436 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 10 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:40:43 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/114191830596240 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Background from First Samuel 4 1. Disastrous Defeat of Israel, 1 Sam 4:1-11 2. Death of Eli, 1 Sam 4:12-18 3. Departed Glory, 1 Sam 4:19-22 Brief Outline of First Samuel 5-6 1. God's Ark in Ashdod, 1 Sam 5:1-12 2. God's Ark in Beth Shemesh, 1 Sam 6:1-19 3. God's Ark to Kirjath Jearim, 1 Sam 6:20-21 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION An Allegory to Consider (1 Cor 10:11; Gal 4:24) 1. salvation of soul (eternal battle) ch.5:3 a. Luke 10:18 2. spirit vs. flesh (internal battle) ch.5:4a a. Gal 5:17 3. sin dwelling in the flesh (on-going battle) ch.5:4b a. Rom 7:18-19 4. sinful men with eyes of flesh (temporal battle) ch.6:19 a. Num 4:20; Matt 11:27; Col 2:18 5. sincere prayer of saintly souls (battle cry) ch.6:21 a. 2 Pet 3:12; Rev 22:20 An Application to Employ (2 Tim 3:16-17) 1. submissive to God's grace for evangelism (outreach) #1 a. Eph 2:8-9; Rom 10:1 2. sanctified by a renewed mind thru God's Word (in-reach) #2 a. John 17:17; Rom 12:2 3. surrendered to God's will & power for all things (up-reach) #s3-5 a. Phil 2:12-13 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/114191830596240 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 03 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:35:43 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1027192123135022 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Brief Overview of the First Samuel So Far 1. Hannah Prays for a Child, 1 Sam 1 2. Hannah Praises the LORD, 1 Sam 2 3. Hearing from the LORD, 1 Sam 3 Brief Outline of First Samuel 4 1. Disastrous Defeat of Israel, 1 Sam 4:1-11 2. Death of Eli, 1 Sam 4:12-18 3. Departed Glory, 1 Sam 4:19-22 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION Right Worship Concerning the Ark 1. conquering enemies in the wilderness 2. crossing the Jordan on dry ground 3. collapsing walls in Jericho 4. commanded worship in Shiloh Raiders of the Lost Ark 1. fickle reflections from a film 2. foolish reaction to the Philistine defeat 3. failure of false forms of worship Reverent Worship Foreshadowed by the Ark 1. presence of the LORD 2. provision of the LORD 3. power of the LORD https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1027192123135022 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 27 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:43:16 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1021191921102785 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Brief Overview of the First Samuel So Far 1. Hannah Prays for a Child, 1 Sam 1 2. Hannah Praises the LORD, 1 Sam 2 Brief Outline of First Samuel 2 1. Samuel Called of the Lord, 1 Sam 3:1-14 2. Samuel Tells Eli the Prophecy, 1 Sam 3:15-18 3. Samuel Established as a Prophet, 1 Sam 3:19-21 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION The LORD's Call to Save 1. a familiar voice, vv4-5 a. Psa 29:3-8; 46:6 2. a faithful voice, vv6-8 a. 1 Thess 5:24; Heb 1:1-3 3. a fearful voice, vv11-15 a. 2 Cor 5:21; Jas 2:13 The LORD's Continued Word to Sanctify 1. do you want to hear? a. instruction, Psa 37:4 b. guidance, Psa 31:3 2. do you know how God's speaks? a. by His Spirit, Jn 16:13 i. thru His works, Psa 111:6 ii. by His providence, Rom 8:28-29 iii. in His Word, Psa 94:12 3. do you intend to obey? a. Luke 6:46; 1 Jn 5:3 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1021191921102785 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 20 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:40:16 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1014191730296950 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Brief Outline of First Samuel 2 1. The Prayer & Praise of Hannah, 1 Sam 2:1-11 2. The Pernicious Evil of Hophni & Phineas, 1 Sam 2:12-17 3. The Precious Ministry of Little Samuel, 1 Sam 2:18-21 4. The Prophetic Word of the Man of God, 1 Sam 2:22-36 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION A. Sovereign Grace through Regeneration, 1 Sam 2:35 1. a faithful priest, vv18-19 a. Heb 4:14; 1 Pet 2:9 2. a godly heart & mind, 1 Sam 8:7 a. Heb 1:3; Rom 8:28-29 3. a sure house, Heb 11:32 a. 2 Sam 7:11-16; Matt 16:18 4. an eternal walk, Acts 3:24 (Heb 1:1) a. Heb 13:8; John 3:16 B. Sinners' Grip on Redemption, 1 Sam 2:36 1. humble approach (bow down to him) a. Matt 5:3; 18:4 2. redemption (piece of silver) a. כסף (chesef) silver, money, redemption 3. sanctification (morsel of bread) a. Deut 8:3; John 17:17 4. priestly request (priestly positions) a. 1 Pet 2:9; 1 Cor 12:31 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1014191730296950 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 13 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:49:07 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/108191831134958 I. EXPOSITION FOR OUR UNDERSTANDING Brief Outline of First Samuel 1 1. Hannah is barren, 1 Sam 1:1-6 2. Hannah prays fervently, 1 Sam 1:7-12 3. Hannah blessed by Eli, 1 Sam 1:13-18 4. Hannah gives birth to Samuel, 1 Sam 1:19-28 II. EXHORTATION FOR OUR APPLICATION A Petition Asked, 1 Sam 1:27a 1. a request from Hannah, vv10-16 2. a reflection of Christ, Luke 5:16 3. a righteous application, Matt 6:5-6 A Prayer Answered, 1 Sam 1:27b 1. pertaining to Hannah, vv19-20 2. prophetic of Christ, Matt 26:39-42 3. promise to us, John 14:13-14 A Proper Response, 1 Sam 1:28a 1. Hannah's obedience, 1 Sam 1:22, 24; 2:1 2. Christ's obedience, Phil 2:6-8 3. Our obedience, Phil 2:5 A Praiseworthy Result, 1 Sam 1:28b 1. Samuel ministers before the LORD a. 1 Sam 1:28; 2:18-21 2. Son of God's majesty at the Right Hand a. Heb 1:3 3. Saints magnify Christ till He comes a. Heb 12:2; 1 Cor 11:26 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/108191831134958 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 06 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:44:30 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 1 Samuel