I. David's Rise as a National Leader (1 Sam 16-20:31) II. David a Fugitive Running from King Saul (1 Sam 20:21) 1. David builds an army of mighty men 2. David develops his leadership skills 3. David learns many spiritual lessons A. The dangers of discouragement B. The dangers of a back slidden child of God C. The way back to God D. Trust and obey
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“ Great Sermon! ” As I listened to this sermon yesterday, a number of reasons came to mind why I appreciate this kind of solid and interesting examination of a historical narrative in Scripture. The delivery is very well done, as usual. I also found the illustrations edifying and intriguing. The illustration about the pastor who was used in as a fill in for years because the flock were not instructed as well as the Christian who went into a lengthy spiritual declension because his good name was falsely maligned - excellent applications. But maybe it was because Pastor Strauch is so honest about his and our human condition - how weak we our when left to ourselves that makes David's declension so self-applicable, all of these make me cherish this kind of preaching. Thanks again!
Alexander Strauch was raised in New Jersey and converted to Christ at a Bible camp in New York State. He received his undergraduate degree from Colorado Christian University and went on to earn his Masters in Divinity degree from Denver Seminary. For over thirty years he has...
