Worship Guide
Message & Sermon Notes
A Glorious King
1 Kings 4
Pastor Jeremy Lind
1 Kings 4:1-34
The Wise Select Godly Leaders
What Godly Governance Looks Like – Oct 11, 2026
Matthew 20:26
Proverbs 28:12
When a Nation Follows God, the People:
a. Proliferate (v.20)
Genesis 22:17
b. Have Provision (v.22, 25, 27)
c. Have Peace (v. 2, 4, 24)
d. Have God’s Presence (v. 29)
Exodus 33:15
Psalm 33:12
Proverbs 29:2
Psalm 9:17
Psalm 144:15
Proverbs 14:34
Deuteronomy 4:7-8
The Bible doesn’t just tell us what USED to happen. It tells us what can happen to YOU.
Psalm 65:4, 11-13
Judges 2:10
Deuteronomy 4:25
Isaiah 1:7
Matthew 12:42
Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God - 1 Corinthians 1:24
his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things - Heb 1:2
King of kings and Lord of lords - Rev 19:16
He was speaking about the temple of his body - John 2:21
his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace - Isaiah 9:6
of the Son he says, “Your throne, O God, is forever and ever - Heb 1:8
He is the image of the invisible God - Col 1:15
according to the riches of his grace - Eph 1:7-8
But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead - 1 Cor 15:20
at the name of Jesus every knee should bow - Phil 2:9
Sermon Discussion Questions
Questions for reflection:
Solomon was renowned for his wisdom, but Jesus is described as the wisdom of God (1 Corinthians 1:24).
1. What is the difference between possessing great wisdom and being the very wisdom of God?
2. How can I participate in the political process in order to select leaders with Godly wisdom, while keeping Christ first, and not making politics an idol?
3. What level of trust should I put in politicians (even the most Godly ones), and what level of trust should I put in Christ?
Questions for discussion:
1. How important should earthly possessions be? Are they to be our ultimate goal? But even so are we to disregard their importance, be bad stewards of what God has given us, and be impoverished?
2. What does it look like when a culture’s leaders fail to put Jesus’ first and idolize prosperity?
3. What does it look like when leaders disregard fiscal reality and are poor stewards?
Sundays at Lakes Free
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Worship Services: 8:00, 9:20 & 10:40 am. (Livestream at 10:40am)
Sunday School & Adult Bible Fellowships (ABFs):
Nursery & Preschool Sunday School: 8:00, 9:20 & 10:40am
Elementary Sunday School: 9:20am
Middle & High School Sunday School: 9:20am
Adult Bible Fellowships: 8:00, 9:20 & 10:40am (More info here)
Lakes Cafe Open Sunday Mornings: Purchase a cup of coffee for $2 and 100% will be donated to support Lakes Free missionaries. Each month will feature a current Lakes Free Mission partner.
What is the Next Steps Area? You may be wondering what, exactly, is the corner with Next Steps written on the wall? It’s your 1-stop information place for any “next steps” you have such as resources, registrations, questions or ways to get connected at Lakes Free.
Children’s Activity Packs: Activity packs for kids attending worship services are available at the main Worship Center door.
Announcements
Lakes Free Bible Reading Plan: What could happen if our whole church spent a year in God’s Word together? Starting January 1, we’re launching a church-wide Bible reading initiative to help us grow in truth, encourage one another, and deepen our walk with Christ. We’ll follow the same daily reading plan and have opportunities to connect with others, share what we’re learning, and ask questions along the way. Click here for more details or to sign up.
Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes: Spread the Good News of Jesus Christ by packing a shoebox for children around the world. Boxes and brochures with guidelines & labels are available at Next Steps. Return packed shoeboxes by 9:20 service on Sun, November 15.
Stephen Ministry Training: Our Stephen Ministry is starting a new training group in January! This 50-hour, Christ-centered training prepares you to provide one-to-one care for people facing life’s challenges. If God is nudging you in this direction, stop by Next Steps on Sunday to talk with a Stephen Ministry Leader or call the church office for an information sheet and application.
Sharing Shop Update: We are not currently accepting donations and will resume accepting spring and summer clothing donations in February.
Offering Envelopes: Offering envelopes are available at Next Steps.
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Instrumentalists Needed: Our Worship Ministry is looking for guitarists, drummers, and keyboard players. If interested, contact Lyle Fashant.
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T-Shirts Needed: MS students will be helping with an Operation Christmas Child Project and need T-shirts. Any condition accepted. Drop off any donations in the Youth Center by Wed, Oct. 21.
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