2 sermons preach from 2 Samuel 24 — 1 from real church libraries, transcribed and indexed to the verse, and 1 from the classic library.
“I will not sacrifice to the Lord my God bird's offerings that cost me nothing.”
John Wesley
"Lo, I have sinned, and I have done wickedly: But these sheep, what have they done?" 2 Sam. 24:17. 1. The chapter begins, "And again the anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel, and he moved David against them to say, Go, number Israel and…
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Brandon Paris preaches that the church's special mission—raising funds and sending disciples—is worth sacrificial commitment. He argues Christians are "saved to send," rooted in the new covenant and the Great Commission, and that sacrifice (not minimal giving) proves and advances genuine faith. He calls the congregation to active, sacrificial participation (including giving and personal evangelism) and to trust God by testing Him in their giving.
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