These are difficult days, there's no doubt about it. Evil is on the rise, and those who stand for the truth are routinely ridiculed. But in the midst of the mess, God has an important mission and calling for us. And today you'll be encouraged to embrace it with open arms.

While some things don't last that long on this earth, there are other things that do last. We'll consider that today, here on Bridging the Gap with pastor Lloyd Pulley. Welcome to the broadcast today as we continue pastor Lloyd's new series through First Samuel. Yesterday, pastor Lloyd reviewed chapter one, and got started in chapter two. Let's join him now as our series continues.

You know there are many wonderful people to learn about in God's word. Great men of faith and action that God used like David and the Apostle Paul. Men who gave their lives for the gospel like Steven. Today we'll again look at the life and times of a woman of God named Hannah. She had some serious trials in her life, not the least of which was her inability to have a child. But her faith in God never wavered.

Today on Bridging the Gap, pastor Lloyd Pulley begins a series in First Samuel. The story we're about to look at not only illustrates God's sovereignty, but shows how He uses difficulties in our lives to accomplish His will. So if this is a difficult time for you, receive wonderful words of encouragement from First Samuel one.

Today we bring you Lloyd's final message in his series through the Proverbs. We've spent time recently in the last chapter of Proverbs, where the writer discusses the great blessings to be found in the company of a Godly woman. She should possess traits like compassion, generosity and patience.

We have reached the final message in our series through the Proverbs, and over the next two programs, we will study Proverbs thirty-one. This chapter has traditionally been discussed as it pertains to the traits of a virtuous woman. But pastor Lloyd does not want us to miss the great wisdom in this chapter that pertains to all of us. Do you desire to lead a virtuous life?

Lloyd is nearing the end of his series through the Proverbs, and as we have mentioned many times, the theme of this book, written by King Solomon, is wisdom. We're not talking about a lot of head knowledge - we're talking about being wise in the things of God! Turn to Proverbs chapter thirty as we join Lloyd Pulley for today's message, titled, "The Mystery and Brilliance of God's Wisdom".

Today we'll begin a study in Proverbs chapter thirty. Godly wisdom is such a wonderful trait to have. In these topsy-turvy days in which we live, we need wise counsel and advice to get us through! To turn to any other source would be foolhardy indeed! Proverbs thirty gives us many examples of what wisdom is and what it is not!

Now, if you've been in the armed forces, you know what boot camp is all about. It's tough but necessary training for the battle ahead. The same is true when we talk about learning the essentials for a life that glorifies God. Turn to Proverbs chapter twenty eight and join us.

We're going to continue our verse by verse journey through the Proverbs today as Lloyd leads us in a study in Proverbs chapter twenty eight. He calls this study "Essential Wisdom for Life". As I said a moment ago, we're in an ongoing battle, and we've got to be properly trained! And that training has to be based on biblical truth!