God’s Sovereign Rule - 1 Kings 12v1-24

God’s Sovereign Rule - 1 Kings 12v1-24Series: Failed People, Faithful Word - 1 KingsPreacher: Jonny GrantDate: 18th November 2018Passage: 1 Kings 12:1-24-------------------Failed People, Faithful God\r\n- God’s Sovereign Rule 1 Kings 12v1-24\r\n\r\nWho’s in charge?\r\n\r\n‘In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.’ 16v9\r\n\r\nGod is the supreme King ruling over the plans of man to fulfil his promises.\r\n\r\nThe Plans of Man serve the Purposes of God\r\n\r\n- The plans of man\r\n- The purposes of God\r\n\r\n‘Human choice never catches God by surprise. Contrary to our fears, human decision making is not running loose but is on the leash of God’s sovereignty.’ D.R. Davis\r\n\r\nThe Plots of Man surrender to the Promises of God\r\n\r\n- The plots of man\r\n- The promise of God\r\n- Acts 2\r\n\r\n‘They did what you power and will decided beforehand what should happen.’ 4v28