Published by kcalesComments Off on 1 Kings 6, Ephesians 3, Ezekiel 36, Psalm 25
1 Kings 6: Solomon builds the temple with great care, and God promises His presence if Israel obeys His commands.
Ephesians 3: Paul reveals the mystery of the gospel for all nations and prays for believers to know Christ’s love and fullness.
Ezekiel 36: God promises to restore Israel, giving them a new heart and spirit so they may walk in His ways.
Psalm 25: David prays for guidance, forgiveness, and deliverance, trusting in God’s covenant love.
Published by kcalesComments Off on Trusting God with Everything: Sarah Cooley on Generosity, Faith, and Financial Surrender
Can generosity really grow your faith? In this episode, Sarah Cooley shares how giving—even through hardship—became one of the most transformative parts of her spiritual journey.
Published by kcalesComments Off on 1 Kings 4‐5, Ephesians 2, Ezekiel 35, Psalm 23‐24
1 Kings 4–5: Solomon’s wisdom and prosperity bless Israel, and preparations begin for building the temple.
Ephesians 2: Paul teaches that believers are saved by grace through faith and united in Christ as one new people.
Ezekiel 35: God declares judgment on Edom for its hatred and violence against Israel.
Psalms 23–24: David rejoices in the Lord as shepherd and king, celebrating His guidance, presence, and glory.
Published by kcalesComments Off on 1 Kings 3, Ephesians 1, Ezekiel 34, Psalm 22
1 Kings 3: Solomon asks God for wisdom to rule, receives great discernment, and demonstrates it in judging a difficult case.
Ephesians 1: Paul praises God for spiritual blessings in Christ and prays for believers to know His power and calling.
Ezekiel 34: God condemns Israel’s unfaithful shepherds and promises to shepherd His people through His servant David.
Psalm 22: David laments deep suffering but proclaims trust in God, pointing prophetically to Christ’s crucifixion and victory.
Published by kcalesComments Off on Follow Jesus: Immediate Obedience and the Cost of Discipleship in Matthew 4
What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this episode of Sermon Notes, Jay Strother and Brian Ball unpack discipleship in Matthew, exploring immediate obedience, surrendered living, and the high cost—and deep joy—of walking with Christ.
Published by kcalesComments Off on 1 Kings 2, Galatians 6, Ezekiel 33, Psalm 20-21
1 Kings 2: David charges Solomon to walk in God’s ways, and Solomon secures his kingdom through justice and judgment.
Galatians 6: Paul calls believers to bear one another’s burdens, sow to the Spirit, and do good to all.
Ezekiel 33: God appoints Ezekiel as watchman, declaring judgment on sin but offering life to the repentant.
Psalms 20–21: David prays for God’s help in battle and gives thanks for God’s strength and salvation for the king.
Published by kcalesComments Off on 1 Kings 1, Galatians 5, Ezekiel 32, Psalm 19
1 Kings 1: Adonijah attempts to seize the throne, but Solomon is anointed king by David’s command.
Galatians 5: Paul urges believers to live in the freedom of the Spirit, producing fruit instead of gratifying the flesh.
Ezekiel 32: God laments over Pharaoh and Egypt, declaring their downfall and descent to the grave.
Psalm 19: David praises God’s glory revealed in creation and His perfect law that revives the soul.
Published by kcalesComments Off on 2 Samuel 24, Galatians 4, Ezekiel 31, Psalm 18
2 Samuel 24: David sins by ordering a census, bringing a plague on Israel, but builds an altar where God shows mercy.
Galatians 4: Paul contrasts slavery under the law with freedom in Christ, urging believers to live as God’s children.
Ezekiel 31: God describes Assyria as a great tree cut down for pride, warning Egypt of the same fate.
Psalm 18: David praises God as his deliverer, recounting His mighty rescue and steadfast faithfulness.
Published by kcalesComments Off on 2 Samuel 23, Galatians 3, Ezekiel 30, Psalm 17
2 Samuel 23: David’s last words honor God’s covenant, and a record of his mighty warriors’ exploits is given.
Galatians 3: Paul explains that believers are justified by faith like Abraham and are heirs of God’s promise in Christ.
Ezekiel 30: God announces judgment on Egypt and its allies, bringing devastation through Babylon’s power.
Psalm 17: David prays for vindication and protection, trusting God’s justice and presence.
Published by kcalesComments Off on 2 Samuel 22, Galatians 2, Ezekiel 29, Psalm 15-16
2 Samuel 22: David sings a song of praise, celebrating God’s deliverance, strength, and faithfulness throughout his life.
Galatians 2: Paul recounts defending the truth of the gospel, opposing Peter’s hypocrisy, and affirming justification by faith.
Ezekiel 29: God declares judgment on Egypt for pride and reliance, promising forty years of desolation before restoration.
Psalms 15–16: David describes the character of the righteous and rejoices in God’s presence and eternal security.
Published by kcalesComments Off on 2 Samuel 21, Galatians 1, Ezekiel 28, Psalm 13-14
2 Samuel 21: David addresses a famine caused by Saul’s sins, honors the fallen, and records victories over the Philistines.
Galatians 1: Paul defends his apostleship and stresses that the true gospel comes from Christ, not human authority.
Ezekiel 28: God pronounces judgment on the prideful ruler of Tyre and promises restoration for Israel.
Psalms 13–14: David laments God’s seeming distance and denounces human folly while expressing trust in God’s salvation.
Published by kcalesComments Off on 2 Samuel 20, 2 Corinthians 13, Ezekiel 27, Psalm 11-12
2 Samuel 20: Sheba leads a rebellion against David, but Joab kills him and restores peace to Israel.
2 Corinthians 13: Paul urges self-examination, calls for unity, and closes with a blessing of grace, love, and fellowship.
Ezekiel 27: God laments Tyre’s downfall, describing her greatness and the ruin of her trade and wealth.
Psalms 11–12: David trusts God’s protection amid corruption and prays for deliverance from lying and arrogant people.
