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David wants to build God a house, but God builds one for David instead.  Thankfully, this covenantal house is open for each of us as well!  Today we examine how the covenant with David further expands this house of covenants.  But more beautifully, through the prophets and the New Testament, we'll ultimately see how Jesus represents a totally new blueprint for a totally new house, built upon and perfecting all the ancient covenants that came before.Please stay tuned for some quick thoughts Chris offers on the recent mass shooting of Asian American sex workers in Atlanta, and how that tragic event runs particularly counter to the character and nature of Jesus.

Chris takes a deeper look at the lives of the first three men God covenanted with: Noah, Abraham, and Moses.  Along with being heroes, an interesting pattern develops in each of their stories.  After God gives His promises, the receiver proves himself lacking in faith.  Will this affect the covenants God makes with His people?  Or will He prove Himself faithful, regardless of the failures of our heroes in the faith?Stay tuned for a little chat about lambs with one of the sweetest little "lambs" in our church family!

David wants to build God a house, but God builds one for David instead.  God has built a house for all of His children, and each covenant He makes is the addition of a new room to that glorious House.  After taking a brief tour through the layout of his own home (complete with threadbare 70's carpets and Taylor Swift singalongs), Chris takes us on a tour through the first three covenantal rooms that God has built for His people; three crucial steps for our own salvation.Make sure you stay tuned for a wonderful and entirely unexpected testimony from our good friend Lisa!----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Features "Better is One Day"By Matt RedmanCCLI Song # 1097451© 1995 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)Clyde Christian Bible Church does not own the rights to the song featured in this podcast, nor are we profiting off its use.  It is included in support of the message, for the purpose of congregational worship.

David wanted to build God a house, but God flipped the script and promised to build David a house instead.  In this sermon, we take a look at David's excellent and instructive response. David behaves like a Kindergartener demanding a fulfilled promise, which is actually a good thing!  Find out how David's response of deference, doxology, and demand can inform how we approach our loving Heavenly Father as well.Stay tuned for some deep theological conversation regarding teenagers and clean houses.

Sometimes, a small thing that brings you joy turns out to be an item of extreme worth, like a ten-dollar ring selling for $850,000.  A similar thing happens to David in 2 Samuel 7; he wants to build a house for God, for reasons both noble and self-serving.  But what YHWH gives Him instead exceeds David's wildest expectations.  That's typical of our God, Who appraises us of incredible worth and gives gifts beyond what we can imagine or desire!Also includes the worst-planned performance of "The Wise Man Built His House Upon the Rock", and stay tuned for some more public nudity ("non-David dancing for the Ark" edition)!

As David dances rapturously for the arrival of God's presence, he looks foolish and undignified in the eyes of those concerned with properness and reputation.Jesus took this a step further.  His entire ministry was bringing God's presence to lost people, making Jesus look even more foolish, reckless, and undignified in the eyes of powerful people.  Dangerously so.  And (for those of us who have been spiritually, physically, and socially saved by His ridiculous love), beautifully so.Find out how we can act like holy fools and be undignified for our King and neighbour, in the same way He was undignified for us.

In 2 Samuel 6, God's Presence is brought into the center of Israelite life once again, as King David brings the Ark of the Covenant into Jerusalem.  It's a great day of celebration and praise... and tragedy.  The God enthroned upon the Ark is a consuming fire, Who burns away those who presume to enter His presence in an unworthy manner.If this is Who God is... should we be welcoming His Presence into our lives?  Isn't He too dangerous?  And what does the prancing, jubilant King have to teach us about God dwelling amongst His people?Come for the fiery wrath of God.  Stay for the public nudity.-------------------------------------------------------------------Features portions of  "Lord Let Your Glory Fall"By Matt RedmanCCLI Song # 2526728© 1998 Thankyou Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)Clyde Christian Bible Church does not own the rights to the song featured in this podcast, nor are we profiting off its use.  It is included in support of the message, for the purpose of congregat

King David's battles against the Philistines teach us something essential about the Gospel.  There are some detours: Chris examines his email address, and why he hates it so much.  He leads a song that may cause your ears to bleed.   He discusses the evolution of hockey in video games.But it all leads to what Chris believes is the fundamental core of Jesus' mission: to lovingly fight the battles that His people cannot fight themselves, to His glory.  It should change how we see ourselves, our neighbours, and our faith.

There is no more significant city in human history than Jerusalem.  In today's passage, David claims the Holy City of Peace for Israel (finally).  It gives us an opportunity to examine the positive and negative history of Jerusalem and its connection to both Israelite identity in Scripture, and our own faith journey today.Buckle up for LOTS of word nerd stuff.  And burning diapers.  Also, apologies to any Jefferson Starship fans out there.

David will finally be inaugurated as King of all Israel, which is a major turning point in Israel's history (as evidenced by the presence of the number 40).  Today's passage examines why this moment is so crucial: it illuminates the purpose of David's Kingship.  Along with Psalm 23, Ezekiel 34, and John 10, we see how important it is for leaders in God's Kingdom to exhibit the Shepherd's Heart of God.  Join us to hear more of what that Shepherd's Heart looks like.And stay until the end for an extra long blooper reel, involving pregnancy, boring sermons, and 12-year-olds who have no idea what they're talking about!

Chapters 2 to 4 of 2 Samuel are chock full of gruesome details underlining the human tendency towards violence in the pursuit of political power.  It is fitting that this passage follows a week that saw supporters of President Trump engage in similar means of securing and retaining power, through the insurrection at the American Capitol.But in the midst of all these power dynamics is David, who will become king not through violence, vengeance, and grabbing power.  Instead, he will show kindness, justice, and patience in God's timing.  Much like his descendant, the Prince of Peace.  In Christ, the sword will devour no longer.Big thank you to Dennis (and Lily) for your excellent communion message as well!

Well, we've come to the end of a few things: the end of 1 Samuel, the end of Saul's life, and the end of a very challenging year in 2020.  In this sermon, some surprising responses to Saul's death prompts us to follow David's example and lament the struggles facing the LORD's anointed ones.Thankfully Bill's upbeat communion message adds to Chris' lament!Thank you to all who showed vulnerability and shared (or allowed Chris to share) some very real struggles and griefs.

Faith and Grace.  Two elements crucial for any anointed person in God's Kingdom, whether it's ancient Israel or modern North America.  After summarizing the previous three chapters (plus a communion thought on the God of Life), Chris then explores the contrast between Saul in his lowest point, and David in his.  David finds his strength in His God, expressed in active faith and experienced in active grace.  Find out what David's pursuit of the pesky Amalekites might mean for our faith today.Big thank you to all who shared their stories!Plus, wait for a fashion update from Kennedie... after Chris finally stops talking (right Ethan?)!Also... follow this link to learn how you can support our beloved Bethel Bible Camp in their desire to raise funds for a new main building.  Thanks to Amy for today's update!

Buckle up, because things are about to get weird in 1 Samuel.  We've got desperate kings, terrified witches, and dead people who talk.  But as Saul uses unlawful means to try to get in touch with YHWH, it only shows how much he has refused to see or hear from his God.  Don't make Saul's mistake.  Don't talk to dead or illegitimate things; inquire of the Living God.  Here's some thoughts on how!Big thanks to Jelle for his communion thoughts (which connect to Remembrance Day and our sermon passage) and Dave for his music leadership (which coincidentally references the exact verse for the sermon).Also, Kennedie offers an impromptu COVID update!

Welcome back, for a taste of online church at CCBC!This Sunday we hear an excellent communion message from Andrew Hoetmer, discussing the background to the hymn "What a Friend We Have in Jesus", and his own past and present prayer life.We then dig into the story of David among the Philistines, in chapters 27 and 29.  There, David acts like a bit of a scoundrel, and ends up in a desperate predicament.  How will God deliver him from it, if he is less than innocent?  And how does this story speak to our own innocence before Jesus?Stay tuned until the end to hear the most adorable audio you've ever heard, as well as a very special bonus episode of "Wood Talk with Bob & Henry".

Step into the wonderful world of online ZOOM church with your friends at CCBC!   Hear some of Chris' thoughts on All Saints Day and reflect on David's communion message about laying down our lives for Christ.Finally, listen as the story of 1 Samuel 26 teaches us how David is like Jesus (yet again) because He refuses to grasp His deserved glory, but instead gives grace to those deserving death; and how we are like Saul (yet again) because we put out identity in external items that tend to destroy us... until our Messiah takes them away.Sorry for the relatively poor audio.  Thanks to everyone who participated and gave their thoughts- especially Chris' own enthusiastic daughters!

IT'S BAPTISM SUNDAY for our dear friend Madison St. Louis!!!  Listen in on most of the service as we celebrate an excellent woman submitting her life to the merciful King Who offers us grace, peace, and belonging.Warning: watch out for anointed kings covering their feet in desert caves!------------------------------------------------------------------Features "The River", by Brian Doerksen, Brian Thiessen,  and Michael HansenCCLI Song # 4316864© 2004 Integrity's Hosanna! Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing (Integrity Music, David C Cook))Features "Nothing But the Blood", by Robert LowryCCLI Song # 21332Words & Music: Public DomainCCLI License # 1251412Clyde Christian Bible Church does not own the rights to any songs featured in this podcast, nor are we profiting off their use.  They are included solely for the purpose of congregational worship.

Much of David's story serves as foreshadowing for what the Kingship of his royal heir, Jesus, would eventually look like.  It's there in everything as small as five loaves of bread, to as large as his willingness to shoulder other people's guilt.  Today, we examine ten details from the story we examined last week (David flees Saul, who murders the prophets) and find reasons to be especially thankful for Jesus.WARNING: Major spoilers ahead if you ever intend to watch Shawshank Redemption!

A madman bent on extinguishing an innocent hero.A majestic sword and sacred bread offered in a time of distress.A murderous shepherd who betrays God's anointed leader.Deception.  Destruction.  Desperation.A lone survivor who lives to tell the entire tale.And in the center of it all: a God who remembers His promises.Please enjoy this dramatic retelling of the events of 1 Samuel 21 and 22*.*Based on real life events... though creative licenses have certainly been taken!

David and Jonathan give us a portrait of excellent Biblical friendship, rooted in a forward-looking focus on God's will, and promises of shared kindness.  But friendship is too small a word for the bond we share in Christ.  What kind of relationship do we have with each other?  What is the basis of this friendship-that-is-more-than-friendship?  And what does this covenantal bond mean for our neighbours around us?PS- Angie is the blonde monkey in the picture, and Chris is the other.  For the record.