https://www.cbcninilchik.com/podcasts/127654/ Sunday morning worship service messages, which aim to exalt our Lord Jesus Christ from the book of Second Samuel. Religion & Spirituality Calvary Baptist Church http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://vps.sermonaudio.com/resize_image/images/series/1440/1440/127654.1725329577.jpg https://www.cbcninilchik.com/podcasts/127654/ en Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:48:09 +0000 30 Jon Cardwell no Sunday morning worship service messages, which aim to exalt our Lord Jesus Christ from the book of Second Samuel. https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/12720729403465 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 24:1-25 * I. DAVID'S PRIDEFUL SIN David's Last Psalm, 2 Sam 22:1-52 David's Last Words, 2 Sam 23:1-39 David's Last Acts, 2 Sam 24:1-25 - 1. David sins by numbering the people, vv1-9 - 2. David's sin punished, vv10-17 --- a. the threshing floor, vv16-17 - 3. David's sacrifice for his sin, vv18-25 --- a. the purchase of the floor, oxen & instruments, vv18-24 --- b. the plague stayed through the offerings, v25 II. DAVID'S PROPHETIC WITNESS David Sins & the Angel Smites - 1. a sober view of sin - 2. a serious penalty accompanying sin David Sacrifices & the Angel Stays - 1. a single remedy for sin - 2. a saving grace from sin Designs by Sovereign Allegory for God's Glory - 1. a sacrifice of a son by his father, Gen 22:2 - 2. a son's temple where his father sacrificed, 2 Chr 3:1 Divine Salvation in an Awesome Savior - 1. a sovereign salvation in the LORD - 2. a supreme Savior from the LORD https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/12720729403465 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 06 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:37:18 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/12120836522958 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 23:1-39 * I. END OF DAVID'S LIFE David's Last Psalm, 2 Sam 22:1-52 David's Last Words, 2 Sam 23:1-39 - 1. the inspired words, vv1-3 - 2. the ideal kingdom, v4 - 3. the incredible grace, v5 - 4. the imminent judgment, vv6-7 - 5. the intrepid men of valor, vv8-39 David's Last Acts, 2 Sam 24:1-25 II. ENCOURAGEMENT FROM DAVID'S LAST WORDS, 2 Sam 23:4 Our Testimony of Christ - 1. light of the morning (salvation) --- a. Mal 4:2 - 2. morning without clouds (illumination) --- a. Psa 34:11; Mark 4:10-11, 33-34 - 3. clear shining after rain (sanctification) --- a. 1 Jn 1:8-9 Our Witness to Others for Christ - 1. when the sun rises --- a. John 1:6-8 - 2. the tender grass springing out of the earth --- a. Deut 32:2 Our Eternal Expectation in Christ - 1. light of the morning when the sun rises --- a. Rev 2:28 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/12120836522958 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 29 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:35:22 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/11232073730437 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 22:1-51 * I. END OF DAVID'S LIFE David's Last Psalm, 2 Sam 22:1-52 - 1. Psalm 18 David's Last Words, 2 Sam 23:1-39 - 1. an account of God's grace, vv1-7 - 2. an account of mighty men, vv8-39 David's Last Acts, 2 Sam 24:1-25 - 1. a census planned, vv1-9 - 2. a condemned heart, vv10-17 - 3. a commanded ascent, vv18-25 II. ENCOURAGEMENT FROM DAVID'S LYRIC The Sovereign Strength of Christ - 1. He maketh… --- a. 2 Sam 22:32-33 The Submissive Response to Christ - 1. ...my feet like hinds' feet... --- a. 2 Sam 22:35 The Supreme Purpose for Christ's Glory - 1. ...setteth me upon my high places. --- a. 2 Sam 22:36-37 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/11232073730437 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 22 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:37:24 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1122071175625 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 21:1-22 * I. BRIEF LOOK AT THE CHAPTER'S HISTORICAL TRUTH Famine in the Land - 1. covenant with the Gibeonites, Josh 9:3-27 (Deut 7:2) - 2. correction for Saul's bloodthirty sin, 2 Sam 21:1-9 - 3. canvas sackcloth in a pious sign, 2 Sam 21:10 - 4. concerning the bones of Saul & Jonathan, 2 Sam 21:11-14 Fighting with the Philistines - 1. clash with the Philistines, 2 Sam 21:15 - 2. conquering the giants, 2 Sam 21:16-22 II. BLESSED LESSONS FROM THE CHAPTER'S PRACTICAL TRUTH Faith's Hearing & Inquiry, 2 Sam 21:1 - 1. concerning believers -- a. Rom 7:18; 2 Pet 3:9 - 2. concerning unbelievers -- a. Isa 65:2; Psa 95:7-8; Rom 10:13 Faith's Heeding & Inheritance, 2 Sam 21:2-3 - 1. concerning believers & unbelievers -- a. Num 30:2; 2 Tim 2:13 -- b. Rom 1:16-17 Faith's Honor & Illustrations, 2 Sam 21:4-14 - 1. concerning original sin -- a. Rom 5:12 - 2. concerning offering for sin -- a. Rom 5:19; Col 1:21-22 Faith's Hostile Foes & Insidious Giants, 2 Sam 21:15-22 - 1. condition before salvation -- a. Rom 5:6, 8, 10 - 2. conquering because of salvation -- a. Rom 7:18-22; 8:31-37 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1122071175625 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 01 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:49:19 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/10292021817114 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 20:1-26 * I. INSIGHTS FROM THE CHAOS IN DAVID'S KINGDOM Dispute within Israel - 1. indignation of Judah, 2 Sam 19:40-43 --- a. 1 Cor 1:10-12 - 2. insurrection of Sheba, 2 Sam 20:1-2 --- a. 1 Cor 11:19; 1 Jn 2:19 Death of Amasa - 1. indiscretions of David, 2 Sam 20:3-6 --- a. Deut 17:17; Eph 5:25, 32 - 2. iniquity of Joab, 2 Sam 20:7-13 --- a. Psa 55:21; Luke 22:47-48 Death of Sheba - 1. invasion at Abel of Beth Maachah, 2 Sam 20:14-15 --- a. Deut 20:10-14 - 2. insights of a wise woman, 2 Sam 20:16-22 --- a. Ecc 7:19 - 3. inventory of officers, 2 Sam 20:23-26 II. INSTRUCTION FOR DISCIPLES IN CHRIST'S KINGDOM Then He said to them all, "If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me." Luke 9:23 Denying Self Because of Christ - Phil 3:8; Matt 5:23-26 Delight in the Unity in Christ - John 17:20-21; Phil 2:3 Determine to Be Obedient to Christ - Eph 2:10; Titus 2:11-12 Desire Wisdom from Christ - a. 1 Cor 6:5-7; Jas 1:5-8 - b. Prov 9:10 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/10292021817114 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 25 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:50:34 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/101920217211270 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 19:1-43 * I. INTRODUCTION FROM THE TEXT'S HISTORY Rebellion Against the King - 1. David's son commits treason to seize the throne, 2 Sam 15 - 2. David's situation cursed by Shimei, 2 Sam 16 - 3. David's sinful counselor hangs himself, 2 Sam 17 - 4. David's son's cursed death upon a tree, 2 Sam 18 Return of the King - 1. David rebuked by Joab, 2 Sam 19:1-8 - 2. David returns to Jerusalem, 2 Sam 19:9-17 - 3. David responds to others, 2 Sam 19:18-39 --- a. his mercy toward Shimei (vv18-23) --- b. his meeting with Mephibosheth (vv24-30) --- c. his mindful love for Barzillai (vv31-39) - 4. disputes rise between Judah & Israel, 2 Sam 19:40-43 II. INSTRUCTION IN RIGHTEOUSNESS Royal Truth of the King's Gospel According to Mephibosheth - 1. Mephibosheth crippled, 2 Sam 4:4 (Background) --- a. Rom 3:23 - 2. Mephibosheth called, 2 Sam 9:1-13 --- a. Rom 3:24-26; Eph 2:8-9 - 3. Mephibosheth fasts, 2 Sam 19:24 --- a. Matt 9:14-15 - 4. Mephibosheth questioned, 2 Sam 19:25 --- a.1 Cor 15:50, 52-54; 1 Jn 3:2 - 5. Mephibosheth slandered, 2 Sam 19:26-27 --- a. Rev 12:10; Rom 8:33 - 6. Mephibosheth testifies, 2 Sam 19:28 --- a. Eph 2:4-6; Luke 22:29-30 - 7. Mephibosheth surrenders all, 2 Sam 19:29-30 --- a. Phil 3:8 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/101920217211270 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 18 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:43:19 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1012202305451 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 18:1-33 * I. INTRODUCTION FROM THE TEXT'S HISTORY David's Kingdom in Disarray - 1. David commits adultery, deceit, murder, 2 Sam 11 - 2. David confesses his sin, 2 Sam 12 - 3. David's sons conspire to molest & murder, 2 Sam 13 - 4. David's son comes home to Jerusalem, 2 Sam 14 - 5. David's son commits treason to seize the throne, 2 Sam 15 - 6. David's situation cursed by Shimei, 2 Sam 16 - 7. David's sinful counselor hangs himself, 2 Sam 17 Death of Absalom Brings Dismay - 1. The cry of the king's people, 2 Sam 18:1-5 - 2. The cursed death of Absalom upon a tree, 2 Sam 18:6-18 - 3. The couriers sent to bring the king news, 2 Sam 18:19-33 --- a. sent message to the king (vv19-21) --- b. swift messenger allowed to run (vv22-29) --- c. sad mourning of the king (vv30-33) II. INSTRUCTION IN RIGHTEOUSNESS Divine Application for Christ's High Way, 2 Sam 18:29 - 1. the failure of Ahimaaz's message --- a. tumult was all he saw --- b. truth was elusive to him - 2. the foolishness of Ahimaaz's flesh --- a. empty desire --- b. enthusiastic futility --- c. expedient vanity - 3. the faithfulness of the Cushite's message, 2 Sam 18:31-33 --- a. personal encounter, Acts 4:11 --- b. powerful news, Gal 3:13 --- c. profound response, Zech 12:10 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/1012202305451 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 11 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:35:31 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/10920242376629 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 17:1-29 * I. INTRODUCTION FROM THE TEXT'S HISTORY Treachery Assaults the King's Household - 1. David commits adultery, deceit, murder, 2 Sam 11 - 2. David confesses his sin, 2 Sam 12 - 3. David's sons conspire to molest & murder, 2 Sam 13 - 4. David's son comes home to Jerusalem, 2 Sam 14 - 5. David's son commits treason to seize the throne, 2 Sam 15 - 6. David's situation cursed by Shimei, 2 Sam 16 Troubled Ahithophel Takes His Life - 1. Ahithophel's foolish counsel, 2 Sam 16:15-17:4 - 2. Alternative counsel from Hushai, 2 Sam 17:5-14 - 3. Alerting David to the counsel given, 2 Sam 17:15-29 --- a. word sent to David, vv15-22 --- b. wicked counselor hangs himself, v23 --- c. war in Absalom's heart, vv24-25 --- d. wonderful provision from friends, vv26-29 II. INTIMATE GOSPEL PICTURES Tenable Analogies of Antichrist Betrayers - 1. 2 Sam 15:12 / Psa 41:9 (John 13:18) - 2. 2 Sam 16:23 / Psa 55:12-14, 20-22 - 3. 2 Sam 17:23 (2 Sam 15:31) / Psa 109:5-9 (Acts 1:20) III. INSTRUCTION IN RIGHTEOUSNESS Trusted Application for Our Understanding, 2 Sam 17:23 - 1. the wise foolishness of Ahitophel --- a. earthly wisdom, Jas 3:14-16 --- b. eternal foolishness, Luke 12:15-21 - 2. the wisdom from above for believers --- a. beginning of wisdom, Prov 9:10 --- b. heavenly wisdom, Jas 3:17 --- c. when lacking wisdom, Jas 1:5-8 - 3. the wisdom from above for unbelievers https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/10920242376629 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 04 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:43:46 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/93020735126420 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 16:1-23 * I. INTRODUCTION FROM THE TEXT'S HISTORY Treachery Assaults the King's Household - 1. David commits adultery, deceit, murder, 2 Sam 11 - 2. David confesses his sin, 2 Sam 12 - 3. David's sons conspire to molest & murder, 2 Sam 13 - 4. David's son comes home to Jerusalem, 2 Sam 14 - 5. David's son commits treason to seize the throne, 2 Sam 15 Taking Advantage of the King's Situation - 1. Saddled donkeys for the king's household, 2 Sam 16:1-4 - 2. Shimei's derisive curses upon the king, 2 Sam 16:5-14 - 3. sordid direction from the king's ex-counselor, 2 Sam 16:15-23 II. INSTRUCTION IN RIGHTEOUSNESS FROM THE TEXT'S CONTENT Tremendous Affliction Reveals the King's True Mettle, vv11-12 - 1. responds in godly humility, Jas 4:10 - 2. resigned to God's sovereign will, Matt 6:10, 12 - 3. rests in the hope of God alone, Jer 17:7 - 4. relies upon God's ultimate goodness, Matt 7:11; Jas 1:17 III. ILLUSTRIOUS GOSPEL FROM THE TEXT'S INTENT Treasure All-Glorious in Our Lord Jesus Christ - 1. Christ cursed death for sinners, Gal 3:13 --- a. responded in humble silence, Isa 53:7; Matt 27:12-14 --- b. resigned to God's sovereign will, Isa 52:13; John 6:38 --- c. rested in & relied upon God's ultimate goodness, Heb 12:2 - 2. Christ's command to those saved by grace, Rom 8:28-29 - 3. Christ's call to those dying in sin, Matt 11:28-30 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/93020735126420 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 27 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:39:18 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/92420218297815 * CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 15:1-37 * I. INTRODUCTION FROM THE TEXT'S HISTORY Treachery Assaults the King's Household - 1. David commits adultery, deceit, murder, 2 Sam 11 - 2. David confesses his sin, 2 Sam 12 - 3. David's sons conspire to molest & murder, 2 Sam 13 - 4. David's son comes home to Jerusalem, 2 Sam 14 Treason Against the King's Throne - 1. Absalom steals hearts with flattery & boasts, 2 Sam 15:1-6 - 2. Absalom seeks permission to go to Hebron, 2 Sam 15:7-12 --- a. problematic verse? v7 - 3. David speedily departs Jerusalem, 2 Sam 15:13-37 --- a. permission granted to follow, vv19-22 --- b. peaceful return of ark commanded, vv24-29 --- c. plan to confound Ahithophel's counsel vv31-37 ----- i. Ahithophel among the conspirators, v31 ----- ii. Hushai coming to meet him, v32 II. ILLUSTRATIONS OF CHRIST FROM THE TEXT'S ALLEGORY Treasure Prophetic of Our Lord Jesus Christ - 1. Absalom's treason & the people's rejection --- Matt 27:21-25 - 2. Ahithophel's betrayal & Judas Iscariot's --- Psa 41:9; 55:14; Matt 26:30 3. Ascension of Christ & escape of David, Jn 18:1 (v23) --- Acts 1:12 (v30); Matt 28:20 4. Archite ordered to remain in Jerusalem --- Acts 1:4-5 III. INSTRUCTION IN RIGHTEOUSNESS FORM THE TEXT'S CONTENT True Allegiance to the King of kings, vv19-22 - 1. real cost of discipleship (vv19-20), Lk 14:26-27 - 2. response of true disciples (v21) --- a. As the LORD liveth, Phil 3:10a --- b. as my Lord the king liveth, Phil 3:10b --- c. what place my lord the king shall be, Phil 3:10c --- d. in death or life, Phil 3:11 --- e. also will thy servant be, Gal 2:20 - 3. reward of faithful disciples (v22), Jn 14:2-3 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/92420218297815 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 20 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:39:15 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/9152082043164 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 14:1-33 ** I. INTRODUCTION FROM THE TEXT'S HISTORY Brazen Sin in the King's Household - 1. David commits adultery, deceit, murder, 2 Sam 11 - 2. David confesses his sin, 2 Sam 12 - 3. David's sons conspire to molest & murder, 2 Sam 13 Banished Son Returns Home - 1. a plan to restore the king's son, 2 Sam 14:1-3 - 2. a parable related to the king's ear, 2 Sam 14:4-11 --- i. power of dark sayings, Psa 78:2; Matt 13:10-11; Mark 4:33-34 - 3. a petition for mercy on behalf of the king's son, 2 Sam 14:12-24 - 4. a peculiar attention-getter in Joab's field, 2 Sam 14:25-32 --- i. purifying call from the Lord, Heb 12:29 - 5. a presentation before the king, 2 Sam 14:33 II. INSTRUCTION IN RIGHTEOUSNESS FORM THE TEXT'S CONTENT Blessed Allegory in Absalom's Story, vv1-33 - 1. the plan of redemption, vv1-3 --- i. Jer 29:11; 1 Pet 1:17-21 - 2. the parable related through the word, vv4-11 --- i. 1 Cor 2:14 - 3. the petition for mercy on our behalf, vv12-24 --- i. 1 Tim 2:5 - 4. the purifying fire in the world, vv25-32 --- i. Matt 3:11-12; 1 Cor 3:15; 2 Pet 3:10 - 5. the pleased call of the King of kings, v33 --- i. John 5:28-29; 1 Jn 3:1-2 Beneficial Application from Absalom's Situation, v14 - 1. banished for our sins - 2. expelled from the His presence - 3. devised means through the gospel of Christ --- a. contrition for the believer --- b. conviction for the lost --- c. conversion for the hopeful https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/9152082043164 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 13 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:48:37 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/98201012779 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 13:1-39 ** I. INTRODUCTION FROM THE TEXT'S HISTORY The King Commits Sin - 1. the king continues in Jerusalem, 2 Sam 11:1 - 2. the king commits adultery, 2 Sam 11:2-5 - 3. the king covers his sin, 2 Sam 11:6-27 The King Confesses His Sin - 1. the king confronted by the prophet, 2 Sam 12:1-12 - 2. the king confesses his sin, 2 Sam 12:13-15 - 3. the king's consequences for sin, 2 Sam 12:16-23 - 4. the king comforts his wife, 2 Sam 12:24-25 - 5. the king's army captures Rabbah, 2 Sam 12:26-31 The King's Sons Conspire to Rape & Murder - 1. Amnon violates Tamar, 2 Sam 13:1-22 - 2. Absalom murders Amnon, 2 Sam 13:23-39 II. INSTRUCTION IN RIGHTEOUSNESS FORM THE TEXT'S CONTENT The Kingdom Considerations Concerning Sin & Family - 1. reason children (of godly parents) sin, Psa 51:5; 58:3; Rom 3:23 - 2. responsibility of parents to children, --- a. instruction & discipline, Eph 6:4; Prov 29:15 --- b. salvation, Prov 22:6; Eph 2:8-9 - 3. responsibility of children to parents --- a. obedience & honor, Eph 6:1-2 --- b. offered promise, Eph 6:3 ----- i. gospel model, Phil 2:5-8 ----- ii. gracious holiness, 1 Cor 7:14 --- c. obstinate unbelief ----- i. unbelief's co-conspirators, Rom 1:28-32 ----- ii. ultimate judgment, Prov 30:17 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/98201012779 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 06 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:38:20 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/91203596785 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 12:1-31 ** I. AN HISTORICAL TRANSGRESSION REVIEWED The King Commits Sin - 1. the king continues in Jerusalem, 2 Sam 11:1 - 2. the king commits adultery, 2 Sam 11:2-5 - 3. the king covers his sin, 2 Sam 11:6-27 The King Confesses His Sin - 1. the king confronted by the prophet, 2 Sam 12:1-12 - 2. the king confesses his sin, 2 Sam 12:13-15 - 3. the king's consequences for sin, 2 Sam 12:16-23 - 4. the king comforts his wife, 2 Sam 12:24-25 - 5. the king's army captures Rabbah, 2 Sam 12:26-31 II. A HOLY TRUTH REVEALED The Kingdom Considerations Concerning Sin - 1. communication of God's Word, Rom 10:17 - 2. conviction of… John 16:8 --- a. sin --- b. righteousness --- c. judgment - 3. confession of sin against God, Psa 51:1-14 - 4. consequences of sin, Jas 1:13-15 --- a. no sacrifice --- b. Christ's sacrifice https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/91203596785 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 30 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:44:06 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/827202255105339 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 11:1-27 ** I. DAVID'S BATTLE The King's Situation Addressed - 1. the king continues in Jerusalem, 2 Sam 11:1 - 2. the king commits adultery, 2 Sam 11:2-5 - 3. the king covers his sin, 2 Sam 11:6-27 The King's Sin Assessed - 1. David's sin --- a. pride (self-idolatry), 2 Sam 11:1 --- b. covetousness (idolatry), 2 Sam 11:2-3 --- c. adultery (uncleanness), 2 Sam 11:4 - 2. David's scheme --- a. deceit, 2 Sam 11:6-13 --- b. death, 2 Sam 11:14-27 II. DISCIPLES' BATTLE The King's Servants Forewarned - 1. discerning the warning --- a. loss in the garden, Gen 3:6 --- b. lust on the king's roof, 2 Sam 11 --- c. love of the world, 1 Jn 2:15-16 --- d. lessons from John Bunyan The King's Servants Faithfully Armed - 1. dressed for warfare, Eph 6:10-18 --- a. belt of truth, Eph 6:14a --- b. breastplate of righteousness, Eph 6:14b --- c. shoes of readiness of gospel of peace, Eph 6:15 --- d. shield of faith, Eph 6:16 --- e. salvation's helmet, Eph 6:17a --- f. sword of the Spirit, Eph 6:17b --- g. Spirit-filled prayer, Eph 6:18 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/827202255105339 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 23 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:46:52 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/82020855361233 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 10:1-19 ** I. DAVID'S HISTORY IN REVIEW David Mourns Saul's Death, 2 Sam 1 David Anointed King of Judah, 2 Sam 2 David Covenants with Abner, 2 Sam 3 Death of Ishbosheth, 2 Sam 4 David Reigns Over All Israel, 2 Sam 5 David Brings the Ark to Jerusalem, 2 Sam 6 David Receives Covenant Promise, 2 Sam 7 David Expands the Kingdom, 2 Sam 8 David Extends Kindness to Saul's House, 2 Sam 9 David Servants Shamed by Hanun, 2 Sam 10 II. DAVID'S HUMILIATION IN REFLECTION The King's Situation Addressed 1. the king gives grace, vv1-2 2. the king gets insulted, vv3-5 3. the king goes to war, vv6-19 The King's Servants Shamed 1. Saul of Tarsus, Acts 9:4-5 2. slandered, Matt 26:59-60 3. stripped, John 19:23 4. shaved, Isa 50:6 5. servants of Christ, 1 Cor 4:9, 13 --- a. hated by the world, John 15:18-19 --- b. tribulation in the world, John 16:33 --- c. persecution from the world, 2 Tim 3:12 The King's Servants Counseled 1. listen to the King (word) Rom 10:17; Jas 1:22 2. linger at Jericho (watch) 1 Cor 2:2 3. let beard grow (wait) Phil 2:12 4. return (serve) Rev 21:2; Phil 2:13 5. relent (trust) 2 Sam 10:6-19; Rom 12:19; Rev 19:6, 11, 15 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/82020855361233 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 16 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:42:14 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/811202259513562 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 9:1-13 ** I. BRIEF REVIEW OF DAVID'S KINGDOM David Mourns Saul's Death, 2 Sam 1 David Anointed King of Judah, 2 Sam 2 David Covenants with Abner, 2 Sam 3 Death of Ishbosheth, 2 Sam 4 --- Mephibosheth first mentioned, 2 Sam 4:4 David Reigns Over All Israel, 2 Sam 5 David Brings the Ark to Jerusalem, 2 Sam 6 David Receives Covenant Promise, 2 Sam 7 David Expands the Kingdom, 2 Sam 8 David Extends Kindness to Saul's House. 2 Sam 9 II. BLESSED REFLECTION ON DAVID'S KINDNESS Mephibosheth Dwelt in the King's City “So Mephibosheth dwelt in Jerusalem...” -- A Present Blessing, 1 Cor 1:9 (Luke 24:44-49) -- A Promised Future, Rev 21:3, Rev21:9-11 -- A Pleasant Call, John 1:38-39 Mephibosheth Dined at the King's Table “...for he did eat continually at the king's table...” -- A Present Blessing, Luke 22:29-30 -- A Promised Future, Rev 7:16-17 -- A Patient Call, John 6:35 Mephibosheth Delighted in the King's Grace “...and was lame on both his feet.” -- A Present Blessing, Luke 19:10 -- A Promised Future, Rev 21:3-5 -- A Powerful Call, Rev 21:6 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/811202259513562 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 09 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:38:02 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/8420340582495 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 8:1-18 ** I. BRIEF EXPOSITION OF THE CHAPTER David Expands His Kingdom, 2 Sam 8:1-13 David Executes Judgment & Justice, 2 Sam 8:14-18 II. BLESSED EXHORTATION OUR VERSE Judgment & Justice in the King of Israel - A. judgment: משפת (mish-pât'), think, ‘Judges' - B. justice: צדקה (tzəd-â-qâh'), righteousness --- 1. David acts appropriately before God (justice); --- 2. David acts responsibly before God's people (judgment); & thus… --- 3. David is blessed of God wherever he goes (v14b) --- 4. David is a man after God's own heart (1 Sam 13:14) Judgment & Justice in the King of Kings - A. Jesus Christ is very God, John 10:30 --- Psa 89:14; Isa 9:7 - B. Jesus is the King of kings, Rev 19:16 --- Heb 1:8 - C. Jesus is the fulfillment of judgment & justice, Gal 4:4-5 --- 2 Cor 5:21 - D. Jesus is the only Way to salvation, John 14:6 --- Acts 4:10-12 Judgment & Justice in the Kings & Priests of Christ - A. justice, 2 Cor 5:17 --- Jer 31:31-33; Rom 1:17 - B. judgment, Phil 1:27a --- Jude 1:3 - C. judgment without mercy, Jas 2:13 --- 1 Tim 1:15 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/8420340582495 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 02 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:44:10 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/72820638594718 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 7:1-29 ** I. BASIC INTRODUCTION AS WE WORSHIP “…one of the sweetest and most precious offices of the Holy Ghost in glorifying the Lord Jesus, by taking of the things of Jesus, and showing to his people, is when he kindly acts as the Remembrancer of Jesus...” —Robert Hawker II. BRIEF EXPOSITION OF THE CHAPTER David Wishes to Build God a House, 2 Sam 7:1-3 David Won't Build God's House, 2 Sam 7:4-11 David Will Be Established by God, 2 Sam 7:12-17 David Worships God for His Grace, 2 Sam 7:18-29 III. BLESSED EXHORTATION FROM OUR CHAPTER David's Plan to Build for God - A. presumptions with heart, 1 Ki 8:17-18 - B. prophets with humble misgivings God's Promise to Build for David, v16a - A. a son named, who will build God's house, vv12-16 --- 1 Chr 22:7-10; 28:5-6 Our Profit (Prophet) in this Blessed Build, v16b - A. the Son, Jesus Christ, is building God's house, vv12-13 --- Heb 1:5; Matt 16:18 - B. the Son, Jesus Christ, was chastened for our mercy, v14-15 --- Isa 53:3-7 - C. the Son's throne is established forever, v16b --- Acts 2:22-35 - D. the Son's throne is access to true, spiritual worship, vv18-29 --- 1. humbled by what God has promised, vv18-20 --- 2. praising the God who has promised, vv21-24 --- 3. petitions what God has promised, vv25-29 - E. the Son is the Prophet foretold by Moses --- Deut 18:15-19 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/72820638594718 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 26 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:45:28 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/721202112565155 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 6:1-23 ** I. BASIC INTRODUCTION AS WE WORSHIP - All Acts are Worship for the Christian Believer - Accomplished in Christ Alone - Applicable Worship from Our Text II. BRIEF EXPOSITION OF THE CHAPTER - David Determines to Bring the Ark to Jerusalem, 2 Sam 6:1-4 - David Displeased by the Breach upon Uzzah, 2 Sam 6:5-11 - David Dances Before the Lord with All His Might, 2 Sam 6:12-15 - David Despised by His First Bride, Michal, 2 Sam 6:17-23 III. BLESSED EXHORTATION FROM OUR TEXT - The King Humbles Himself before God's Presence -- A. David danced before the LORD, v14a -- B. with all his might, v14b -- C. girded with a linen ephod, v14c -- D. David returned to bless his household, v20a --- 1. rebuked by Saul's daughter, v20b - The King of Kings Humbles Himself in Man's Presence -- A. danced before the LORD (v14a), Matt 11:18-19 -- B. with all his might (v14b), Luke 9:43 -- C. girded with a linen ephod (v14c), Phil 2:5-8 -- D. bless his household (v20a), Heb 7:7 --- 1. rejected by scribes, priests, religious leaders (v20b), Matt 26:3-4 - The King's Command to His Servants -- A. James 4:10 --- 1. humbled by Christ's gospel, Phil 2:5-8 --- 2. humbled by Christ's grace, Eph 2:8-9 --- 3. humbled by Christ's glory, Heb 13:5 - The King's Gospel Call to the Lost -- A. Luke 19:10 --- 1. bless his household (v20a) https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/721202112565155 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 19 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:36:39 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/7620138587714 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 4:1-5:25 ** I. BASIC INTRODUCTION AS WE WORSHIP Why? To Glorify God How? In Christ Alone What Do We Learn from Scripture to Glorify God in Christ? II. BRIEF EXPOSITION OF THE CHAPTER Death of Ishbosheth, 2 Sam 4:1-12 David Anointed King of Israel, 2 Sam 5:1-5 David Dwells in Jerusalem, 2 Sam 5:6-16 David Defeats the Philistines, 2 Sam 5:17-25 III. BLESSED EXHORTATION FROM OUR TEXT Submissive Obedience unto God's Glory A. David's first inquiry & victory, vv19-21 1. our own spiritual warfare, Eph 6:12; 2 Cor 10:3-4 B. David's second inquiry & instruction, vv22-24 1. the Philistines redeploy, v22 a. the devils devices, 2 Cor 2:11; Matt 12:43-45 2. the king inquires again, v23a a. the will of the Father, Jn 6:38; Matt 7:21 3. outflank the enemy & listen for the wind, vv23a-24 a. where we must be spiritually, Gal 6:14 b. how we must prepare for battle, Rom 10:17 c. when we must go forth, Jn 3:8; Eph 6:10; 2 Cor 12:10 4. the king did so, v25 a. God glorified in the Son, Jn 15:5 Submissive Obedience unto Glorious Salvation A. David's lesson for the unsaved 1. come upon them in front of the mulberry trees, v23b 2. hear the sound of marching in the tops of the trees, v24a 3. then you shall advance quickly, v24b https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/7620138587714 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 05 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:35:43 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/6302045622645 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 3:1-39 ** I. BASIC INTRODUCTION AS WE WORSHIP Why are We Here? How are We to Do So? What Does it Mean to Glorify God? II. BRIEF EXPOSITION OF THE CHAPTER Abner Makes Covenant with David, 2 Sam 3:1-26 Abner Murdered by Joab, 2 Sam 3:26-30 Abner Mourned by David, 2 Sam 3:31-39 III. BLESSED EXHORTATION FROM OUR TEXT Sufficient Grace A. David, a type of Christ (1 Sam 16-26) 1. Don't consider this an odd thing, Rom 8:28-29 B. David, a type of Christian disciple (1 Sam 27- 2 Sam 24) 1. David's anointing, v39b a. consider your anointing, Rev 5:10 2. David's weakness, v39a a. confess your weakness, 2 Cor 12:7-10 b. contrite key to glorifying God in Christ, Eph 6:10 3. David's hard cousins, v39c 4. David surrenders vengeance, v39d a. confer hard men to the judgments of God, Rom 12:19 b. commit your way to the Lord, Psa 37:5 Saving Grace A. Divine Invitation for the Unsaved 1. consider your weakness 2. commit your soul to Christ for anointed salvation 3. calculate there's surely a judgment coming https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/6302045622645 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 28 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:30:28 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/6232040187193 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 Samuel 2:1-32 ** I. BASIC INTRODUCTION AS WE WORSHIP Why are We Here? How are We to Do So? The Two “Whats” II. BRIEF EXPOSITION OF THE CHAPTER Anointing David as King in Judah, 2 Sam 2:1-7 Abner Makes Ishbosheth King in Mahanaim, 2 Sam 2:8-11 A War Arises Between Israel & Judah, 2 Sam 2:12-32 III. BLESSED EXHORTATION FROM OUR TEXT Ask with Clear Purpose A. David's example, v1 (1 Sam 16:13) B. David's opposition, vv8-11 (Eph 6:12) C. David's struggle, vv12-32 (Gal 5:17; 2 Cor 10:3-4) Ask with Correct Motives A. ask in faith, Jas 1:6-8 B. ask not according to the flesh, Jas 4:2-3 Ask in Christ's Name A. the Lord's name, John 14:13-14 1. consistent with Christ's example a. at Lazarus' resurrection, John 11:41-42 (Jn 11:6, 13-14) b. in Gethsemane's garden, Matt 26:39 (Matt 16:21) 2. consistent with Christ's character a. John 8:29b 3. condition by Christ's presence a. John 8:29a; Heb 13:5 B. the Lord's blessing 1. transformed by Christ, Rom 8:28-29 a. in humility & obedience, Phil 2:8 b. in receiving spiritual nourishment, John 4:34 c. in pleasing our heavenly Father, John 8:29 2. testimony for Christ, John 17:20-21 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/6232040187193 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 21 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:38:32 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/616201924466976 ** CONGREGATIONAL READING: 2 SAMUEL 1:1-27 ** I. EXPOSITION FOR CONSIDERATION David Receives News of Saul's Death, 2 Sam 1:1-4 David Hears Lies from the Amalekite, 2 Samu 1:5-12 David Commands the Amalekite's Death, 2 Sam 1:13-16 David Laments Saul's & Jonathan's Deaths, 2 Sam 1:17-27 II. EXHORTATIONS IN APPLICATION “And have made us kings and priests to our God; And we shall reign on the earth.” Revelation 5:10 Distinctive Traits of the Flesh 1. flesh will pervert God's Word, vv6-10 a. 1 Sam 31:4-5 2. fleshly works are evident, Gal 5:19-21 3. fleshly works will end in death, Rom 8:13 Dealing with Our Tainted Flesh 1. flesh must be mortified, v15b a. Col 3:5 2. flesh must be executed by the young Man, v15a a. Rom 13:14 Deeds of a True King 1. give no place to the flesh, vv15-16 2. give the gospel to the children, v18 a. Song of the Bow (NKJV) - record of Christ's death, vv19-27 b. use of the bow (KJV) - responsibility toward Christ's death, v22 3. give glory & praise in the death of God's Anointed, vv19-27 a. 1 Cor 2:2 Did You Establish Your Temporal Kingdom on Faith in Christ? 1 Pet 2:9-12 https://www.cbcninilchik.com/sermons/616201924466976 Religion & Spirituality Sun, 14 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000 Jon Cardwell 0:43:10 no Jon Cardwell - Exalting Christ from 2 Samuel