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
- flesh (adultery, uncleanness)
- eyes (idolatry, faithlessness)
- pride (self-idolatry, self-exaltation)
B. Principle Solution, 1 Jn 2:17
- eternal perspective, 1 Jn 3:1-3
C. Powerful Application, 1 Thess 5:16-18
- rejoice, 1 Thess 5:16
- pray, 1 Thess 5:17
- give thanks, 1 Thess 5:18