In this sermon we examine the human politics, intrigue, and deceit behind David taking the throne -- and behind it all is the providence of God.
-- The politics belong primarily to Abner, but also to David. -- The intrigue lies in the delicate negotiations involved in bringing two separate nations back together under a new regime. -- The deceit belongs to Joab.
David is innocent in it all, and God is not the author of the evil we see, but behind it all -- in God's providence, we see God using even the evil accomplish His purposes -- while at the same time -- the evil doers will not go unpunished. They are absolutely responsible for their sin.
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Pastor Steve came to Christ at the age of 11. He graduated from Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College in 1979 with a B.A. in theology as the Valedictorian of his class. He joined our church in 1978, came on staff, full-time in 1980, was ordained as an Elder in 1982, and became...
