This chapter brings two questions to the forefront. The first, "Is it permissible to lie when telling the truth could lead to tragedy?" David lied to Ahimelech and asked for sustenance. The priest then helped the fugitive by giving him holy bread. The second question, "How should we respond when God's providence seems to contradict His promises?" Afraid for his life, David ran from King Saul into Philistine territory, where he was recognized by the king of Gath's servants. In a deliberate act of deceit, David feigned insanity. His escape rested not in his own ingenuity but in the Lord's deliverance—the same deliverance that is available to all who flee to God for refuge.

Grace & Truth Bible Church (GTBC) https://www.gracetruthbible.org Series: Christmas Message: 01 - The Amazing Birth of Jesus Christ Speaker: Pastor Dennis Rokser Key Verses: Luke 2:1-14 Pastor Dennis Rokser teaches a Christmas message titled, "01 - The Amazing Birth of Jesus Christ" reviewing: A. The Fiction Surrounding the Birth of Jesus Christ. B. The Facts Surrounding the Birth of Jesus Christ.

This is so basic that I almost sound like I'm joking when I say "Jesus is. The Word exists." But I'm not joking — and it's important. After all, we have all had bad experiences with things that don't exist. I don't even need to stray into joke territory by speaking of things like "the full faith and credit of the United States government." I can speak of jackalopes; of aliens; of unicorns; of monsters in the closet, of Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny. These things are notoriously non-existent. Everyone knows that they are not real. And, I regret to inform you, for a significant segment of American society, Jesus Christ is in the same league with rainbows and unicorns. People believe in Him, at most, the way they believe in Tony Soprano or some other pop-culture-famous fictional character. But that is not how we believe in Him. More importantly, that is not true. Jesus Christ, God the Word, is not a jackalope, an Easter Bunny, a unicorn. He is. He was. He is to come. His very name, Yahweh, means "I am who I am," not "I am a fantasy."

Acts 2:14-41 In his sermon, Pastor Nathan Francis explores Acts chapter two, focusing on Peter's powerful address to the crowd after the Pentecost. He emphasizes the transformational impact of the Holy Spirit on Peter, who, just 50 days after denying Christ, stands boldly preaching and unveiling the truth of Scripture. Pastor highlights how Peter recalls prophecies from Joel and David, illustrating that the Old Testament is fundamentally about Jesus. He underscores the importance of understanding the Scriptures as centered on Christ, demonstrating how the Holy Spirit empowers believers to proclaim God's word to all.Pastor Nathan encourages the congregation to make Scripture the focus of their lives and evangelism. He draws a comparison between the real significance of the Word of God and a fictional story about a daughter cherishing messages from her deceased father. He drives home the point that prioritizing the Bible is essential for spiritual growth and witness. The sermon culminates in a call for personal commitment to engage with God's Word daily, drawing strength and guidance from it, much like the inspirational testimony shared by a woman who found solace in Scripture amidst her tragedies. The pastor ends with a prayer for a deeper connection to the Word of God and its life-changing power. How are we to use & understand the Bible? 1. Christ is the Center of Scripture 2. Scripture is the Center of Preaching 3. Scripture is the Center of Evangelism

David's circumstances are grim. He's one false step away from death at the king's hand so he appeals to his friend Jonathan for help. Jonathan's loyalty to David means rejecting his father, Saul. The strong commitment (covenant) between David and Jonathan points us to an even greater covenant: God's eternal devotion to His people. As believers, our security rests in God's steadfast love, a love that will never let us go.

A centuries-old mystery ties fiction to reality, linking a 19th-century novel to the Trump family legacy. Exploring prophetic parallels, historical events, and theories from Tesla to biblical prophecy, this discussion examines whether these connections are guided by providence, hidden forces, or coincidence. It offers a compelling look at the future of America and its place in a larger, enigmatic narrative. Check out "The Trump Code" book here! https://www.swrc.com/product/the-trump-code/

A centuries-old mystery ties fiction to reality, linking a 19th-century novel to the Trump family legacy. Exploring prophetic parallels, historical events, and theories from Tesla to biblical prophecy, this discussion examines whether these connections are guided by providence, hidden forces, or coincidence. It offers a compelling look at the future of America and its place in a larger, enigmatic narrative. Check out "The Trump Code" book here! https://www.swrc.com/product/the-trump-code/