First Baptist New Orleans Sermons by Month
Ancient Marvels, Part 1: Rebuilding the Temple
Series: Year Of The Message
After many years of exile in Babylon, the Jews see a friendly king rise to power. He is interested in religious worship and gives permission to the Jews to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the Temple sacked by Nebuchadnezzer.
Shockwave: The Sacking of Jerusalem
Series: Year Of The Message
Israel was divided into two kingdoms, northern and southern, after Solomon's reign. The northern kingdom, called Israel, ended in 722 B.C. with the fall of its capital city, Samaria. The southern kingdom of Judah fell to Babylon in 587 B.C. and her population was largely displaced. So begins the Excile.
History IQ: Kingdom Life According to Solomon
Series: Year Of The Message
Perhaps you have wished that a wealthy benefactor would grant you any request you made. What would be your request if there were no limits? The third king of Israel has a reputation as the wisest man who ever lived. God promises to give whatever he desires, and the king asks for wisdom.
Frontline: Kingdom Life According to David
Series: Year Of The Message
The story of Mephibosheth is a bright spot in the chronicles of David, the second and greatest king of Israel. This story shows us something of the heart of a man who could pen Psalm 23, "the Lord is my shepherd." The themes of friendship, loyalty, and mercy come through strong. A hardened military leader certainly has the capacity to love God and his fellow man. The mystery of God's unearned favor is paralleled by the mystery of human grace bestowed.