How the mighty have fallen
Scripture reading 2 Samuel 1:1, 17-27
Sermon text 2 Samuel 1:23, 25
Saul and Jonathan, beloved and lovely! In life and in death they were not divided; they were swifter than eagles, they were stronger than lions. ... How the mighty have fallen in the midst of the battle!
Canada Day 2009 is celebrated in the midst of economic turmoil; once mighty Canadian companies have fallen. David’s lament of the fall of King Saul and his son Jonathan in battle helps us find hope in God in the midst of the turmoil when the mighty fall.
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