Jesus called the Pharisees and Scribes, "the Blind leading the Blind." They were so consumed with keeping that they had become spiritually blind. Jesus shows us how to overcome the blindness that comes from being more concerned with the rules than a relationship with Him.

We look at the classic story of the battle between David and Goliath. David's dependence upon the Lord is a great example that we can learn from.

Jesus sends the disciples out on a boat. Jesus catches up to them by walking on water. Peter boldly asks to walk on the water. He was the only one brave enough to step out of the boat.

David is introduced as a very important figure as it pertains to scripture and the history of Israel. God tells Samuel to stop grieving over Saul.

Herod Antipas lived in fear of his past. He was consumed with what others thought and liked to impress people with power he didn't have. Contrast that with Jesus who was filled with compassion when he saw the needy masses and you get a tale of two leaders.

God gives Saul one last chance to redeem his character and throne. Saul fails miserably while lying and blaming others along the way. God rejects him as king and sets the stage for David to take the throne.

Jesus shares three parables at the end of Matthew 13. Two are about precious treasures that are found and the last is about end times. Through it all we see how we are God's hidden treasure.

We will teach you how to engage in discussions so you can share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Have you ever been with someone who put you on the defensive about your beliefs and didn't know how to answer them? Tonight's training will equip you to engage in a discussion with the person so you aren't on your heels and the other person isn't turned off.

Jesus shares three parables that expose the opposition. Satan uses counterfeit Christians to sow weeds into the church. Christians need to be able to identify the enemies' tactics and know their options.

Jonathan attacked the Philistines and God brought the victory, Meanwhile, Saul couldn't stop tripping over himself. We see some incredibly poor judgment decisions that prevents Israel from complete freedom.