Come Alive (Audio)

As we follow the anointing of Saul as king of Israel, God arranges his daily life according to His sovereign purpose. We should never get so caught up in the day to day routines that we neglect to notice God's leading and direction. God continues to confirm to Saul that He has chosen him for the job, even though Saul hides from and avoids his calling at every opportunity. In today's message, Pastor Mark will comfort us with the reassurance of God's power and intimate involvement in our daily lives. Are you stressed out about the details in your life? Remember that God is in control. He will guide and take care of you.

As we follow the anointing of Saul as king of Israel, God arranges his daily life according to His sovereign purpose. We should never get so caught up in the day to day routines that we neglect to notice God's leading and direction. God continues to confirm to Saul that He has chosen him for the job, even though Saul hides from and avoids his calling at every opportunity. In today's message, Pastor Mark will comfort us with the reassurance of God's power and intimate involvement in our daily lives. Are you stressed out about the details in your life? Remember that God is in control. He will guide and take care of you.

God uses the life of King Saul as a great study in contrasts. Saul represents what we always go after in this world - what's flashy, tall and handsome. We can't see past what's on the surface so we often go for what looks good. God would draw a stark distinction between King Saul and his predecessor, King David. 1 Samuel chapter 9 shows us the importance of looking to God for His plan, for His perspective, for His purposes in our daily lives. In today's message, Pastor Mark will encourage us to rely upon God's wisdom and to stop trying to direct things ourselves. God ways are so much better than ours. Will you trust Him today?

God uses the life of King Saul as a great study in contrasts. Saul represents what we always go after in this world - what's flashy, tall and handsome. We can't see past what's on the surface so we often go for what looks good. God would draw a stark distinction between King Saul and his predecessor, King David. 1 Samuel chapter 9 shows us the importance of looking to God for His plan, for His perspective, for His purposes in our daily lives. In today's message, Pastor Mark will encourage us to rely upon God's wisdom and to stop trying to direct things ourselves. God ways are so much better than ours. Will you trust Him today?

Never judge a book by its cover. Saul was a tall and handsome young man. He came from a wealthy family. Yet, despite having so much privilege he seemed disarmingly humble, shying away from the incredible role being offered to him. Although the man Saul seemed like he fit every earthly criteria for leadership on a superficial level, beneath the surface the power that came with the promotion produced pride and a sense of entitlement in his heart. In today's message, Pastor Mark will take the time to walk us through the man that Saul used to be before pride and rebellion ruined him. How can we avoid falling for the same temptations?

Never judge a book by its cover. Saul was a tall and handsome young man. He came from a wealthy family. Yet, despite having so much privilege he seemed disarmingly humble, shying away from the incredible role being offered to him. Although the man Saul seemed like he fit every earthly criteria for leadership on a superficial level, beneath the surface the power that came with the promotion produced pride and a sense of entitlement in his heart. In today's message, Pastor Mark will take the time to walk us through the man that Saul used to be before pride and rebellion ruined him. How can we avoid falling for the same temptations?

The eyes of all of Israel eagerly looked to Samuel, awaiting to find out who God would choose to lead the nation after him. They had requested a king in order to become more like the ungodly nations around them and, even though that was not what God desired for them, He granted their request. In 1 Samuel 9, we are finally introduced to the man God chose - Saul. In every apparent way he seemed to be a perfect fit; but as his life and character unfolded before them, Israel would soon learn all they lost when they gained a human king. In today's message, Pastor Mark will introduce us to Saul, the king Israel requested from God.

The eyes of all of Israel eagerly looked to Samuel, awaiting to find out who God would choose to lead the nation after him. They had requested a king in order to become more like the ungodly nations around them and, even though that was not what God desired for them, He granted their request. In 1 Samuel 9, we are finally introduced to the man God chose - Saul. In every apparent way he seemed to be a perfect fit; but as his life and character unfolded before them, Israel would soon learn all they lost when they gained a human king. In today's message, Pastor Mark will introduce us to Saul, the king Israel requested from God.

It's tempting to imitate the world, especially when we see the world seeming to prosper in their way as we struggle along the narrow path. The Lord tells us that the narrow path isn't always easy, but does lead to everlasting life and eternal reward in heaven. We are suppose to depend on God, not ourselves. When Israel took matters into their own hands, the best they could do was imitate the pattern they saw modeled out in the world around them; but God wanted them to be different. In today's message, Pastor Mark will warn us not to become more like the world. Don't miss out on God's special and unique plan for you.

It's tempting to imitate the world, especially when we see the world seeming to prosper in their way as we struggle along the narrow path. The Lord tells us that the narrow path isn't always easy, but does lead to everlasting life and eternal reward in heaven. We are suppose to depend on God, not ourselves. When Israel took matters into their own hands, the best they could do was imitate the pattern they saw modeled out in the world around them; but God wanted them to be different. In today's message, Pastor Mark will warn us not to become more like the world. Don't miss out on God's special and unique plan for you.