The Idle King

Jul 6, 2025 • Gregg Katz

In this sermon, Pastor Gregg Katz delves into 2 Samuel 11, exploring the story of King David's adultery with Bathsheba and the subsequent fallout. Drawing parallels to modern-day sins and emphasizing the importance of repentance, Gregg examines David's failure to fulfill his kingly duties, his descent into further sin, and the consequential impact on those around him. Gregg stresses the dangers of idle hands, the significance of fleeing temptation, and the necessity of quick confession and forgiveness, highlighting the bigger picture of redemption and grace through Jesus Christ.

00:00 Introduction and Scripture Reading

00:34 David's Sin with Bathsheba

17:07 David's Attempt to Cover Up

20:08 The Consequences of Sin

25:34 Lessons and Moral Reflections

26:48 The Bigger Picture: Redemption and Grace

32:45 Final Thoughts and Call to Action