GOD’S CHASTENING MERCY (Outside Service)

2 Samuel 15
Doctrine: God’s discipline is merciful even in severity
Q: How should we respond to the discipline of God?
I. Kiss the Rod with humble repentance
30a But David went up the ascent of the Mount of Olives, weeping as he went, barefoot and with his head covered.
II. Cast yourself on the Sovereign will of God
26 But if he says, ‘I have no pleasure in you,’ behold, here I am, let him do to me what seems gd to him
III. Look for Christ in the drama of your crisis