I. EXPOSITION OF OUR TEXT
Depravity in Israel, Jdg 17-21 Dwelling with Micah's Idolatry, Jdg 17:1-13 Danites Seek an Inheritance, Judges 18:1-10 Danites Steal Micah's Idols and Priest, Jdg 18:11-26 Danites Settle in Laish, Jdg 18:27-31
II. EXALTATION OF OUR CHRIST
Jesus Christ is King Eternal, v1, John 18:37 (Judges 17:6) Q25. How does Christ execute the office of a king? A. Christ executes the office of a king in bringing us into submission to Himself,a in ruling and defending us, and in restraining and conquering all His and our enemies.b a. Psa 110:3; b. Matt 2:6; 1 Cor 15:25
III. EDIFICATION FOR OUR APPLICATION
A. Primary Problem, 1 Jn 2:15-16; 5:21
1. flesh (adultery, uncleanness) 2. eyes (idolatry, faithlessness) 3. pride (self-idolatry, self-exaltation)
B. Principle Solution, 1 Jn 2:17
1. eternal perspective, 1 Jn 3:1-3
C. Powerful Application, 1 Thess 5:16-18
1. rejoice, 1 Thess 5:16 2. pray, 1 Thess 5:17 3. give thanks, 1 Thess 5:18 |