The downfall of Saul: unfaithfulness in anger, disobedience, jealousy, and fear leads to a tragic life, but being faithful in the things of daily life changes everything.

The wilderness is a refuge, a stronghold , a place of transformation, a place of restoration, and place of great revelation.

After Saul's failure as king, Samuel is instructed by God to anoint an unlikely candidate as the next king of Israel.

We are in a conflict between two kingdoms, earthly and spiritual, between two powerful forces, fear and love.

There is the blessing of God’s presence, but with that blessing comes responsibility.

Perseverance comes through and by our prayer life.

The purpose of prayer is to make heaven visible on earth.

Are we using the Bible as a weapon or as a mirror to our soul?

Knowledge helps us take things apart, wisdom helps us put things back together in a way that pleases God.

Our words have the power to direct, destroy, and delight.