Reformed Bible Church, Central Virginia

Now that David and his men have been strengthened, his army goes on the offensive against the rebellious son, Absalom. --This is the Thirty Ninth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

By God's Providence, Ahithophel's counsel is frustrated allowing David to safely cross over Jordan. Absalom, however, is relentless and continues his hunt for the King. --This is the Thirty Eighth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

By employing a successful spying campaign against Absalom, through David's loyal companion Hushai, his hunt for David's is frustrated to the mortal hurt of Ahithophel. --This is the Thirty Seventh Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

David now employs one of the oldest military tactics to gain the upper hand against the rebel Absolom.--This is the Thirty Sixth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

While David is on the run, Ziba, Mephibosheth's guardian, approaches with evil intentions.--This is the Thirty Fifth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

In remembrance of America's independence, which is now in question, and most certainly in danger, we pause to consider the way back toward Biblical Liberty.

David is now on the run and yet, not without encouragement.--This is the Thirty Fourth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

Once David is apprised of the rebellion by his own son, he flees the city, and for the second time, he is on the run as he was in the days of Saul. --This is the Thirty Third Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

Now that Absalom has been permitted back into the city of David, he gathers his army, secures his conspiracy and moves closer to setting himself up as the illegitimate tyrant, lawgiver, judge, and king. --This is the Thirty Second Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

Now that Absalom has gathered his rebellious army, he begins to set himself up as the tyrant lawgiver, judge and king. --This is the Thirty First Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

After three years in exile Absalom commands Joab to broker his return to the kingdom.--This is the Thirtieth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

After the premeditated murder of his half-brother Amnon, Absalom flees from the consequences of his crime only to desire a return to the kingdom for less than honorable reasons. --This is the Twenty Ninth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

Finally, after two years, Absalom takes his revenge on his half-brother Amnon, for the crime he committed against his sister Tamar, but not without great consequences.--This is the Twenty Eighth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

The events surrounding Amnon and Tamar are extremely disturbing and may cause some distress upon those that hear it. --Some parents may even be concerned about the graphic nature of this historical account and may wish to sheild their children from hearing of such horrible atrocities.--And so, I must caution parents, that while this particular sermon may not be as graphic as the last, it still deals with a very disturbing subject.--And yet this is the word of God and it is profitable for reproof correction and training so that everyone - even our children may be thoroughly equipped to navigate the wickedness of the world around them.--This is the Twenty Seventh Sermon in the series Kingdom, Dynasty - Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel

We return now to find Nathan's chastising prophesy begin to unfold in some of the saddest, and most disturbing events in the life of king David.--This is the Twenty Sixth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

In celebration of the presentation of the King, the glorious Resurrection, and the Global ramifications of His Victory, we pause to consider these amazing events focusing on Pentecost. This is the Third Sermon in the series of three.

In celebration of the presentation of the King, the glorious Resurrection, and the Global ramifications of His Victory, we pause to consider these amazing events. --This is the second sermon in the series of three.

In celebration of the presentation of the King, the glorious Resurrection, and the Global ramifications of His Victory, this sermon considers these amazing events beginning with the vengeance of the Christ upon the wicked as explained in Isaiah 63. -This is the First of three Sermons.

Now that David has been forced to come face to face with his sin, he seems to be distracted by Joab's war, lulling him into a false sense of security as to God's pronouncement on his family.--This is the Twenty Fifth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.

As a result of his sin, David must now face the repercussions of his actions, beginning with the death of his new born son.--This is the Twenty Fourth Sermon in the Series Kingdom, Dynasty and Glory- an exposition on the Second Book of Samuel.