Westminster Confession of Faith Chapter 8 Article 2

How do we respond to those who intend to do wicked things to us?

The sermon centers on the dual nature of Christ—fully God and fully man—emphasizing that His two distinct natures are inseparably united in one person without confusion or mixture, a truth essential for His role as the perfect mediator and representative of humanity. Drawing from the Westminster Confession of Faith and 1 Samuel 24, it illustrates how David's restraint in not killing Saul, despite a providential opportunity, reflects a deeper spiritual principle: obedience to God's authority over personal ambition, even when circumstances seem to endorse rebellion. The passage underscores that true righteousness is not measured by external actions alone but by the heart's alignment with God's Word, rejecting self-justified interpretations of divine will. It calls believers to humility, patience, and trust in God's sovereign judgment, resisting the temptation to respond to evil with evil, and instead demonstrating grace and integrity in the face of injustice. Ultimately, the message affirms that God alone is the judge, and His people are to live in faithful obedience, awaiting His justice with hope and integrity.