Edinbrook Church

Most of us know the story. When a giant threatens the people of Israel, a teenager uses a sling and a stone to defeat him. It’s another classic example of God working in ways you’d never think. But what is this story really about? Who are you in this story? It seems many get it wrong, which might be a reason many believers don’t have much power, authority or victory in their lives. In this message we will look at what this story is actually trying to teach us and how it can empower our lives in the here and now.

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God rarely works in the way we would think. When God tells Samuel that the next king of Isael will be found at the home of Jesse, God picks the person we’d least expect. Many people don’t think they are qualified to do great things for the Lord. Some people don’t even think they’re qualified to be followers of Christ. But that’s not true. God has good plans for imperfect people—and He wants to surprise others through how He works in your life. Will God be able to use you?

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Temptations are a part of life in a broken world, but temptations are also opportunities. When God gives Saul a clear command, he finds himself being tempted and disobeying the Lord. The result is disastrous for Saul. So, what do we do when we’re tempted? Why does God allow us to be tempted in the first place? And what can we do if we give into temptation? In this message we will learn that temptations are the key to our ultimate purpose in life and how we can start overcoming the temptations we face.

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The Bible talks about “freedom,” but what does that really mean? Unfortunately, many believers still find themselves in religious bondage and, worse, they project their bondage onto others. When Saul implements an arbitrary fast it causes a real problem for Israel and for Saul. It cost his army the freedom they needed to be victorious. In this message we will talk about the importance of Christian freedom and how to find it. Maybe you’re not as free as you think.

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We all make mistakes, even kings. When Saul finds the pressure turned up and becomes anxious for Israel’s future, he crosses a line he shouldn’t cross. But why did Saul make this mistake? And how could he have received grace like King David did? In this message we will discuss how to deal with fear and anxiety, and how to prevent letting past mistakes rob us of a brighter future.

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We don’t mean to get distracted, but it happens. We don’t mean to forget about God, but sometimes when life is going well, we don’t see our need. When Samuel gives his last speech to Israel, he reminds the people of the Lord’s blessing. He also reminds them of what happens when God’s people turn away from the Lord. Do you desire more of the Lord’s blessing poured out on your life and family? Could you use some guidance, some provision, some divine help? If so, Samuel reminds us of what we must do.

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What fuels the Christian life? Is it being told what to do? Is it finding a deeper resolve and trying harder? Is it guilt and shame? Don’t these all lead to exhaustion? When the city of Jabesh comes under attack, Saul comes to their rescue. But he doesn’t find the needed strength for such a task on his own. We’re told that the Holy Spirit comes on him “in power.” What would happen if we were more empowered by the Holy Spirit? How do we get more empowered by the Holy Spirit so we can live the Christian life? In this message, we will discuss why the Holy Spirit is vital for the Christian life and discover the key to empowerment—it might not be what you think.

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In 1 Samuel 10, we see God anoint Saul as king, calling him to a role he feels unqualified for. Like Saul, we may feel afraid or uncertain when God calls us, but the outcome is in His hands, not ours. Our responsibility is to trust His leading, step out in obedience, and live out the calling He has placed on our lives.

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We never know what life might bring. When Saul leaves his home in search for a lost donkey, he never would have imagined that it would lead to becoming Israel’s first king. Saul didn’t know where the donkey had gone, and yet God led him to exactly where he needed to be. We often find ourselves in situations where we don’t know what to do, what decision we should make. But in this message, we will be reminded that it’s okay to live in uncertainty. In fact, that’s often when God does His greatest work.

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Even after victory and being established in the land, Israel demands a king so that they can be like the other nations. God proves Himself over and over in our lives, and yet even as believers we unwittingly take our eyes off of Yahweh and put our ultimate trust in people and politics. Why do we do this? Why has the US become so divisive and obsessed with politics and political leaders? Could Christians be part of the blame? Could Christians be missing out on what Yahweh wants to do? In this message we will look at why people clamor for kings (and queens) and how Christians can lead the way towards better things. 

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