The Unlikely King | The Heart of David | Douglas Sheppard

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having integrity and character over external appearances or intellectual prowess. Using the biblical examples of Saul and David, the speaker discusses how Saul lost his anointing and promise of kingship due to his fear of people over God, while David was chosen for his heart that pursued God. The speaker calls on the congregation to seek God's heart, practice integrity before receiving a calling, and encourages a 40-day fast from something significant as a way to focus on seeking God's heart. The sermon underscores repentance and building a strong relationship with God as key elements for a transformative spiritual life.
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00:00 Introduction: Choosing the Better Thing
00:43 Opening Prayer and Scripture Reading
02:37 The Downfall of Saul
05:19 David: A Man After God's Own Heart
07:17 Integrity Over Experience
12:02 The Calling of Saul and David
19:21 God Looks at the Heart
24:53 The 40-Day Challenge
28:32 Closing Thoughts and Invitation