“Glory in the Ruins”

In this sermon on 2 Samuel 1, The Rev. Billy Cerveny explores the profound question, “How does God see you?” Through David’s unexpected lament for Saul—the king who had hunted him—Billy invites us into the heart of God’s upside-down kingdom, where justice gives way to mercy and ruin is met with restoration. Drawing from the image of ancient ruins in Croatia and the concept of “glorious ruins” by Francis Schaeffer, this message reminds us that God sees beyond our brokenness. He sees the beauty He is rebuilding—and rejoices over us with singing.