Bay Ridge Christian Church

The father in the parable displays the merciful and gracious heart of God towards those who are lost. Luke 15:1-3, 11-32

Christians are called to walk according to their new nature, which requires being clothed in the virtues of Christ. Colossians 3:12 - 17

To Conclude our series, Images of Christ, and to prepare for Christmas Bret speaks about the 4 images as a whole and their significance.

Jesus, the Eagle, is the One True God, our Creator and Redeemer, Who became human for us and our salvation. John 1:1-5, 14

Jesus, the Ox, is the True servant of God, suffering and dying that we might have life. Mark 10:45

Jesus, the Lion, is King over all ruling everything for the glory of God and the good of God’s people. Isaiah 9:6-7

Jesus, the Man, was truly human so that He might fulfill humanity’s obligations to God by completely obeying God’s Law and suffering and dying for human disobedience. Matthew 1:1

Because of grace, in spite of his many sins the legacy of David is that of a man after God’s own heart who should be honored. 1 Chronicles 29:26-30

The Believer’s testimony is that God mercifully stepped into our dead existence and brought us to life. Ephesians 2:1 - 10

God fulfilled His promise to David that his son would follow him as king and build God’s house, first in Solomon and ultimately in Jesus. 1 Chronicles 28-29 (1 Chronicles 28:2-10, 20; 29:22-25)

Despite all his failures, David was a true worshipper of God and wanted to see God’s house built for the glory of God and to draw people to Yahweh. 1 Chronicles 29 (1 Chronicles 29:10-22)

David displays the character of a true leader, and is a great pointer to Jesus, the True King. 2 Samuel 15-20 (2 Samuel 15:19-30)

Jesus does not, will not, fail us, he holds us through all our trials. He pursues us and holds our relationship with him. NOT US! Him! Luke 22:31-34, 54-62

The ingredients of the sin of others, and our own pride, lust for power, and desire for a legacy are a powerful concoction for the deadly poison of rebellion. 2 Samuel 15-18 (2 Samuel 15:1-15)

Unlike Jesus and His Gospel, David’s indecisive actions provided neither full justice or restoration, and thus provided the seeds for future troubles in his kingdom. 2 Samuel 13-14 (2 Samuel 13:21-22; 13:38-39; 14:1)

David describes the Messiah as combining qualities Jesus Christ fulfilled: divine king, everlasting priest, and conquering deliverer. Psalm 110:1-7

Sexual abuse is devastating and must never be minimized or covered up, but responded to with the redemptive grace of God to help those who have been abused to receive healing from Jesus. 2 Samuel 13:1-22

God calls leaders to bless those under their care, passing on the covenant blessings God has promised to His people. Numbers 6:22-27

Psalm 32 proclaims the joy of total forgiveness by God that awaits those who confess their sins and turn to Christ in faith. Psalm 32

Psalm 51 offers a comprehensive description of the traits and fruits of biblical confession and repentance for sin. Psalm 51

God sends David a word of judgment and forgiveness, detailing the consequences for his sin, but also assuring Him of God’s love and covenant mercy that will prevail in the end. 2 Samuel 12:1-25

Deceived by the privileges of power David fell into an ever-deepening and increasingly destructive spiral of sin. 2 Samuel 11

The Davidic Covenant - An Everlasting Kingdom The promise of an eternal kingdom is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, David’s Son, who builds God house the church and rules over the kingdom forever.

When God graciously promised to bless David and his house, David responded in prayer with humility, praise, thanksgiving, and bold faith. 2 Samuel 7

A Worshipping Kingdom The powerful, holy Presence of God calls forth perpetual praise, proclamation, and prayer from His people.