God pursues His enemies and His children.By Pastor Scott Daniel

In the encounter between David and Saul, we see kingdom hallmarks in the life of David and sadly see the antithesis in the life of Saul.By Tim Martin

Be assured that Jesus is the Anointed King, be ready to lay down our kingdom and submit to Jesus, be present to strengthen the church.By Tim Martin

God alone, through faith in Christ, can save us from our total corruption.By Pastor Scott Daniel

Jesus is willing to lose His own life. He is now willing to lose any who are among His bride. He is a willing and able savior.By Pastor Kevin McKay

James wraps up his letter by commending prayer to us and warning against sin.By Pastor Scott Daniel

Instead of being tricked by the opposition, Jesus leads us to see a major truth with eternal consequences: We must give back to those we owe.By Tim Martin

Because Jesus is returning, we can be patient in the midst of suffering and vigilant in our obedience.By Pastor Scott Daniel

When David is in trouble, he turns to God for help. God takes care of His anointed one by answering with His presence and help.By Mark Andrews

I. Don’t Sin In Order To Get MoneyII. Don’t Give Your Heart To MoneyIII. Remember That God Will Judge The Enemies of His PeopleBy Pastor Scott Daniel

Christians should talk about the future in a manner that shows our dependence on God's good providence.By Pastor Scott Daniel

Believers are commanded to flee from judging fellow Christians on matters that lack a clear biblical precedent or position.By Pastor Scott Daniel

James implores followers of Christ to break friendship with the world and to draw near to God through Christ Jesus.By Pastor Scott Daniel

God shows us that while David is the chosen king, he is vulnerable to sin with tragic consequences to those under his care. Our perfect King Jesus, was infallible and His perfection brings saving consequences to those He shepherds.By Mark Andrews

Wise believers consider themselves less than others, pursuing peace and trusting in the fruits of Godly living. such wisdom is produced in and through God who gives wisdom to His children.By Pastor Scott Daniel

See the God-given faith of Jonathan; See Jonathan choosing the eternal kingdom over the present kingdom; See Jonathan following the coming kingdom while living the role God gave himBy Tim Martin

James teaches us the incredible power and danger of our tongues. Our tongues reveal our hearts, which need changing by the the grace of God so that we might bless God and not destroy others.By Pastor Scott Daniel

James demonstrates that while we are saved by faith alone, the type of faith that saves us will be accompanied by works.By Pastor Scott Daniel

James teaches us to not show partiality in how we treat fellow Christians. If we show partiality we reject the normal way that God works and we confuse the witness of God's mercy to the world.By Pastor Scott Daniel

James teaches us that the Christian should not speak with anger. While the task of avoiding anger will take work, it will provide life. He goes further to call us to love others, the essence of true religion.By Pastor Scott Daniel

When trials bring temptations, we should understand that though the trial may be brought by God our temptation derives from our sinful hearts. Our temptation can only be resolved by faith birthed by God focused on His goodness.By Pastor Scott Daniel

David sets an example of how to live through adversity and attack all the while trusting God.By Mark Andrews

James commands us to count it joy when we face suffering as God ordains and uses our suffering to strengthen our faith and get us to heaven.By Pastor Scott Daniel

James opens his letter by reminding us of our primary calling as servants of Jesus, living with other Christians as pilgrims who draw near to Jesus through His Word.By Pastor Scott Daniel

Jesus is prized by God and His people and therefore God proclaims His excellencies by His church proclaiming the one they now prize.By Matt Speaks

David is identified as the Deliverer of God. He points us to the Deliverer in Jesus. We see in this passage traits of Fans, Followers and FoesBy Tim Martin

The Day of the Lord will bring life in the presence of God for the people of God. Sadly it will bring judgment to the enemies of God. Until then, the enemies of God will press against the people of God.By Pastor Scott Daniel

God will bring His people to His place through faith in the Shepherd who He struck. As He brings His people to His place, He refines them and grows them.By Pastor Scott Daniel

The story of David and Goliath is a picture of seeing through the eyes of faith versus trusting in the flesh. David forecasts our great King Jesus who has defeated our main enemies of sin and death, the flesh and the devil.By Mark Andrews

Man started the rebellious fight against God. God will end the fight by being pierced for His children and bringing judgment on His enemies.By Pastor Scott Daniel

God will not abide with sin forever. He will either judge sin or pardon sin through His Good Shepherd, Jesus, whom He desires we trust as our shepherd.By Pastor Scott Daniel

The Gospel: Our Declaration of DependenceBy Tim Martin

God is the only shepherd who can provide and protect His sheep.By Pastor Scott Daniel

The King is coming to bring peace.By Pastor Scott Daniel

As believers we can find hope that we will not face the judgement of God. We have reason to resist the enemies of God; the world, the flesh, the devil as we know they cannot overcome us and will all be judged by God.By Pastor Scott Daniel

Build up the temple of the church by loving one another.By Pastor Scott Daniel

In David God reveals to Samuel the chosen King for Israel and the one with whom He will make a covenant to send His ultimate savior, Jesus our Lord.By Mark Andrews

God requires a changed heart not merely religious actions.By Pastor Scott Daniel

Jesus Christ is the only priest-king who can restore to us the presence of God.By Pastor Scott Daniel

God's defeat of His enemies is sure.By Pastor Scott Daniel

In Saul the nation got exactly what they asked as a king like the other nations. By God's grace He gave us in Christ was we needed, a neighbor who is better than us.By Tim Martin

God's hatred of sin is directly connected to His gracious and provisional love for us.By Pastor Scott Daniel

God sends His Anointed One to raise His church and uses His people to serve the Church by His Spirit.By Pastor Scott Daniel

We are not just pardoned from our sin, but in Christ we are also released from the stigma of our sin and given a new a perfect righteousness.By Pastor Scott Daniel

God is able to save His people in spite of the foolishness of king Saul while the foolishness of Saul shows us the need for a perfect, wise king to protect the people of God.By Mark Andrews

The New Heavens and Earth, the Christian's future kingdom city, will exceed all our expectations and hopes. In it we will be permitted, provided for, and protected. Let's flee to the city by fleeing to Christ.By Pastor Scott Daniel

God brings comfort to His people in His sovereignty, salvation and judgment for the enemies of God.By Pastor Scott Daniel

In the opening words of Zechariah we are encouraged to hear, believe and act on the Word of God in the Scriptures.By Pastor Scott Daniel

The gospel trains us to wait for and depend on the mercies of King Jesus.By Tim Martin

Big Idea: “For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the freedom and glory of the children of God.” – Romans 8:21-22 The post August 13, 2023: Romans 8:18-27 “Groaning for Glory” appe…