In this sermon, Sonny begins by lightheartedly sharing how his children, Heidi and Jeremy, humorously critique his tendency to give extensive overviews of biblical stories. Today, he ambitiously plans to tell the story of the entire Bible, emphasizing that the Bible is God’s story—His story. Sonny highlights that the Bible reveals God’s character, power, and holiness, and that understanding this history helps us see the display of God’s might and character.
Sonny then delves into the story of King David, referencing 2 Samuel 7. He recounts how David, after becoming king and bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem, desired to build a temple for God. However, God, through the prophet Nathan, told David he was not the one to build the temple but blessed him by establishing his throne forever. Sonny reads David’s prayer of gratitude and humility, emphasizing how God chose Israel to display His wonders and make a name for Himself.
The sermon transitions to the creation narrative, where Sonny narrates how God created the heavens, the earth, and all living beings, culminating in the creation of humans in His image. He connects this to Jesus, explaining that Jesus was present at creation and is supreme over all creation. Sonny also discusses the fall of Adam and Eve, highlighting God’s promise of a future victory over Satan through Jesus, the seed of the woman who would crush Satan’s head.
Sonny continues with the story of Noah and the flood, explaining how sin led to the judgment of the flood, but Noah’s obedience saved humanity and animal life. He identifies Jesus as the ark of salvation, protecting us from God’s judgment. The sermon then touches on the scattering at the Tower of Babel and God’s call to Abraham, marking the beginning of the plan to provide a Savior through Abraham’s lineage. Sonny concludes by identifying Jesus as the ultimate blessing promised to Abraham, extending salvation to all nations.