On To Maturity 04 – Allegiance to The Lord Jesus
“Jesus is LORD!” was a dangerous and subversion declaration in the 1st Century. It remains the same today. We consider how our primary allegiance to Jesus overrides all other commitments, especially those to modern day political leaders and the “cults of personality” that have grown around them. There are many false teachers who seek to…
Read MoreOn To Maturity 03 – The Way of The Kingdom
We consider part of the ethics of The Kingdom – The Way of the Kingdom – in Luke 6 and the “Sermon on the Plain.” Jesus calls us to a high standard of excellence in truth, grace, mercy, forgiveness, humility in His “Upside-Down Kingdom.” Download the notes from this session HERE.
Read MoreOn To Maturity 02 – Invitation to the Kingdom
In our second session, we consider Jesus’ first words – an invitation to The Kingdom – in Mark 1. This section outlines a series of things we must do to orient ourselves to the Way of Jesus: Hear >> Turn >> Trust >> Follow Download the notes from this session HERE.
Read MoreOn To Maturity 01 – Hebrews 5
This will be an 8 week series over the Summer of 2026. The theme will be On to Maturity: Following Jesus In Troubled Times. We will look at some of Jesus’ fundamental teachings and how they are repeated, amplified, applied in the New Testament letters. We begin our study by setting the stage in Hebrews…
Read MoreSamuel 24 | 1 Kings 1-2 and Summary
We see the end of David’s life and Solomon taking David’s throne. Although Adonijah – technically the next in line in order of succession – presumes that he will take David’s place, it is made clear that Solomon was already chosen. We also briefly consider the role of Davidic Promises in later history of the…
Read MoreSamuel 23 | 2Sam 2Sam 23-24
In the final two chapters of 2 Samuel, we complete the series of “mirrored” narratives (chiastic pattern) that present David as King, Prophet and Priest – the prototype for all kings who come after him. The LORD YHWH had continually been the source of David’s salvation. But the LORD provided through David’s mighty men and…
Read MoreSamuel 22 | 2Sam 21:15-22:51
In the final chapters of 2 Samuel, we have a series of narratives and poems that focus us on the key theological themes of the Book. The central theme is that the LORD has given his steadfast, loyal, covenant-love to David FOREVER. We consider this in terms of the LORD’s protection given to David through…
Read MoreSamuel 21 | 2Sam 20-21:14
Sheba leads a short lived, finally rebellion against David that is quelled by Joab. In the final chapters of 2 Samuel, we have a series of narratives and poems that focus us on the key theological themes of the Book. The central theme is that the LORD has given his steadfast, loyal, covenant-love to David…
Read MoreSamuel 20 | 2Sam 15:13-17:29
Joab kills Absalom and David mourns his death to such an extent that it puts him out of favor with his people. The people of Israel decide to accept David as King again but Judah is reluctant. The rift between the Northern Tribes and Judah sets the stage for a final, short lived rebellion against…
Read MoreSamuel 19 | 2Sam 15:13-17:29
David gets the news that his son Absalom is leading a conspiracy against him and so he mournfully flees Jerusalem. But David leaves spies in place to inform him of Absalom’s plans. Even one of David’s wisest counselors – Ahithophel – joins the rebellion. In answer to David’s prayer, Hushai gives an alternative plan to…
Read More