Lessons We Learn From King David's Sacrifice - The Cost of Sacrifice
Bishop Josephat W. Mukemi | 26 February 2023
Bishop J.W. Mukemi delivers a powerful sermon on the importance of counting the cost in our sacrificial giving to God. Drawing from the scriptures in 1 Chronicles 21:24, Proverbs 2:9-10, 2 Corinthians 8:1-3, Genesis 22:12-18, and Mark 10:28-30, Bishop Mukemi uses the story of King David's sacrifice to teach the congregation about the relationship between faith and sacrifice.
The sermon begins with a reflection on the story of King David and his willingness to offer a sacrifice to God. Bishop Mukemi emphasizes the importance of understanding the cost of our sacrifice and the role that faith plays in our giving. He points out that if we give without considering the cost, we show a lack of faith in God's ability to provide for us.
The bishop then goes on to discuss the rewards of sacrifice using the biblical passages mentioned. From Proverbs 2:9-10, he highlights that when we give sacrificially, we receive understanding and wisdom from God. In 2 Corinthians 8:1-3, he shows how the Macedonian church's sacrificial giving led to an abundance of joy and blessings for them. Bishop Mukemi also refers to the story of Abraham's sacrifice in Genesis 22:12-18, illustrating how God rewards us for our obedience and faith.
Lastly, the bishop concludes with the words of Jesus from Mark 10:28-30, where He assures His disciples that anyone who sacrifices for His sake will receive a hundredfold in return. Bishop Mukemi challenges the congregation to count the cost before making any sacrifice and to show faith in God's ability to provide for them.
Overall, this sermon encourages listeners to reflect on the cost of their sacrifice and the importance of having faith in God's provision. Bishop Mukemi's teaching inspires the congregation to give sacrificially and to trust in God's faithfulness.Welcome to this week's episode of our church podcast. In this sermon, Bishop Mukemi delves into the lessons we can learn from King David's sacrifice, as outlined in 1 Chronicles 12:1-19.
Bishop Mukemi starts by explaining the importance of sacrifice in our lives, drawing from Proverbs 3:9-10 and Malachi 1:6. He then goes on to explore the story of King David's sacrifice and the valuable lessons we can learn from it.
Through the story of King David's sacrifice, Bishop Mukemi shows us how we can demonstrate our love for God by giving sacrificially. He also emphasizes the importance of seeking God's guidance before making any decisions and being willing to obey Him even when it seems difficult.
Bishop Mukemi highlights the significance of King David's humility in recognizing that the victory came from God and not his own strength. He further explains how David's willingness to share his blessings with others and build a united community was an essential element of his sacrifice.
In this sermon, Bishop Mukemi inspires us to reflect on our lives and identify areas where we can sacrifice and give sacrificially. He urges us to seek God's guidance, remain humble, and use our blessings to build a united community.
Join us as we listen to this powerful message on the lessons we can learn from King David's sacrifice.