1 Samuel 8Pastor Alan DionsonJanuary 31, 2021
Introduction:
1. Clickbait culture
2. Expectations vs. reality
A. CONSIDER YOUR MOTIVES
1. To conform to the ways of the world (1 Samuel 8:4)
2. To divert away from the Lord (1 Samuel 8:6-7)
B. COUNT ON THE CONSEQUENCES
1. The reputation of the acting king (Exodus 6:6-8)
2. The rebuke of the anticipated king (1 Samuel 8:10-18)
3. The results of choosing the earthly king (1Samuel 8:10; 15:10, 35)
C. CENTER YOUR LIFE ON THE KING OF KINGS
1. The reign of Christ’s kingdom (Matthew 5:3; 6:33)
2. The realm of Christ’s kingdom (Matthew 5:13-16)
3. The responsibility of the people of Christ’s kingdom (John 3:5-6; Matthew 5:3-11)
Conclusion: