In this episode of The Living It Out Podcast, Pastor Dave Maestas teaches from 2 Samuel 3:1–39, confronting a hard but necessary truth: you can be surrounded by the right people and still be headed in the wrong direction.

This chapter highlights the danger of misplaced loyalty. As David grows stronger, the house of Saul grows weaker—but many characters remain committed to systems, leaders, and patterns God is clearly moving away from. Abner's power struggles, shifting allegiances, and eventual downfall reveal how pride, fear, and self-interest can keep people fighting for the wrong cause.

Pastor Dave unpacks how this passage speaks directly to our lives today—our friendships, leadership structures, workplaces, and even churches.

In this message, you'll learn:

• Why loyalty without discernment can become disobedience

• How pride and control can blind us to where God is moving

• The difference between being faithful and being stubborn

• Why following God sometimes requires leaving familiar teams or systems

• How to evaluate whether you're aligned with God's direction or just comfortable people

In this episode of The Living It Out Podcast, Pastor David Maestas teaches from 2 Samuel 2:1–3:5, reminding us that just because God has promised something doesn't mean the battle is over. In fact, sometimes the fight intensifies after the anointing.

As David steps into leadership over Judah, conflict immediately follows. The house of Saul and the house of David enter a long, exhausting struggle—one marked by opposition, loss, and slow progress. This passage shows us a hard but necessary truth: spiritual battles are often prolonged, personal, and refining.

Pastor Dave unpacks what it looks like to:

• Trust God while progress feels slow

• Lead faithfully in seasons of opposition

• Stay obedient when the promise hasn't fully materialized

• Recognize that growth often happens through resistance

This teaching challenges listeners to stop interpreting hardship as failure and instead see it as part of God's forming process. David didn't rush the throne, manipulate outcomes, or fight in his own strength, he waited on God while walking faithfully through conflict.

In this episode of The Living It Out Podcast, Pastor David Maestas unpacks 2 Samuel 1 with a powerful and practical message on integrity, and how our character is revealed in the small, unseen decisions we make every day.

Drawing from the story of the Amalekite who claimed to have killed Saul, Pastor David shows how deception and self-interest can destroy credibility and purpose. The Amalekite thought his half-truth would earn David's approval—but integrity can't be built on manipulation.

Through humor and conviction, Pastor David asks: Would you take the socks back?—a simple but striking metaphor for how we justify small compromises that chip away at honesty and trust.

In this message, you'll learn:

• Why true integrity is doing the right thing even when no one's watching.

• How God tests our hearts in ordinary, everyday moments.

• Why shortcuts and small lies lead to spiritual decay.

• How to build a life that's consistent, trustworthy, and honoring to God. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for new episodes!

In the final message of our Hebrews series, Pastor David Maestas teaches from Hebrews 12, a chapter that calls believers to endurance, maturity, and unwavering focus on Jesus.

Hebrews 12 reminds us that the Christian life is a race — one that requires discipline, perseverance, and intentionality. We are surrounded by the legacy of those who ran before us (Hebrews 11), inspiring us to keep moving forward when life feels heavy.

Pastor David explores how:

• God's discipline isn't punishment — it's proof of His love.

• Trials build spiritual endurance and strength.

• We are called to throw off the sin and distractions that slow us down.

• Fixing our eyes on Jesus gives us the courage to keep going. The discipline you're experiencing isn't God's rejection — it's His preparation. The race is long, but you're not running it alone. Keep your eyes on Jesus, the One who began your story and will faithfully finish it.

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In this episode of The Living It Out Podcast, Pastor David Maestas teaches from Hebrews 11, the faith chapter, reminding us that God has always used ordinary and imperfect people to accomplish extraordinary things.

Through examples like Abraham, Moses, and Daniel—men and women who "through faith subdued kingdoms, obtained promises, and stopped the mouths of lions" (Hebrews 11:33)—we see that God's strength shines brightest through human weakness.

Pastor David challenges believers to consider: If those who came before us could walk faithfully without ever seeing the fulfillment of God's promises, how much more should we walk faithfully having already received Christ, the ultimate promise fulfilled?

This message encourages listeners to:

• Trust God's plan even when you can't see the outcome.

• Let faith, not fear, define your story.

• Believe that God can use your weakness for His glory.

• Live with eternal perspective—obedience over outcome. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for new episodes every week!

In this episode, Pastor David Maestas teaches through Hebrews 10, a chapter that powerfully declares the sufficiency of Christ's sacrifice. Unlike the endless animal offerings of the old covenant that could never take away sin, Jesus offered Himself once for all, bringing lasting forgiveness and access to God. Because of His finished work, we are invited to draw near with confidence, knowing that our hearts are cleansed and our consciences made new.

Pastor David also highlights the call to perseverance—holding unswervingly to the hope we profess and encouraging one another as we see the Day approaching. The warning against shrinking back is sobering, but the promise is greater: those who endure in faith will receive what God has promised. This passage reminds us that our confidence isn't in ourselves, but in the one sacrifice that changed everything.

In this episode, Pastor David Maestas walks through Hebrews 9, where we're given a powerful comparison between the old covenant rituals and the once-for-all sacrifice of Jesus. While the earthly tabernacle and repeated animal sacrifices pointed to the need for cleansing, they were only temporary and symbolic. Jesus entered the true Most Holy Place—not with the blood of animals, but with His own—securing eternal redemption for all who believe.

Pastor David reminds us that forgiveness isn't earned through religion or repetition; it's received through the perfect and final work of Christ. His blood doesn't just cover sin—it cleanses the conscience and opens the way to God. If you've ever wondered whether you're truly forgiven, this chapter gives a clear and resounding answer: in Jesus, you are.

In this episode, Pastor David Maestas dives into Hebrews 8, where we see the unveiling of a new and better covenant—one not written on stone tablets, but on human hearts. The old covenant was a shadow, pointing to something greater, and now that greater reality has come through Jesus, our perfect High Priest, who ministers not in an earthly temple but in heaven itself.

Pastor David reminds us that the gospel isn't about external rules—it's about internal transformation. God's desire is relationship, not ritual. This new covenant brings forgiveness, access, and lasting change—not through our effort, but through Christ's finished work. It's not just a different system—it's a complete spiritual upgrade.

In this episode, Pastor David Maestas unpacks the rich theology of Hebrews 7, where Jesus is revealed as our eternal High Priest in the order of Melchizedek. Unlike the temporary and imperfect priesthood of the Old Testament, Jesus offers something far better—permanent intercession and an unshakable hope. The old system couldn't bring people into true closeness with God, but Jesus can.

Pastor David emphasizes that we no longer need to rely on flawed systems or human mediators. Jesus is both sinless and eternal—completely able to save those who come to God through Him. This message is a powerful reminder that our hope isn't based on religion or ritual, but on a living Savior who never stops advocating for us.

In this episode, Pastor David Maestas walks through one of the most sobering chapters in Hebrews. Hebrews 6 urges believers to move beyond the basics and press into maturity. It warns of the danger of falling away after knowing the truth—highlighting that spiritual stagnation isn't neutral, it's a risk. This isn't about losing salvation easily, but about the seriousness of rejecting what God has offered after fully receiving it.

Pastor David reminds us that God is not unjust—He sees our faith, our perseverance, and our love. Even in the warning, there's encouragement: those who keep moving forward in faith will inherit the promises. It's a call to diligence, hope, and endurance. There's no room for apathy in a life truly surrendered to Christ.