Messages

Saul's jealousy torments him as David succeeds. Saul plots to kill David, leading to his own downfall. The story underscores the destructive power of jealousy and the importance of God's favor.

The story of David and Goliath teaches us that Jesus is our champion who defeated sin and death. We can learn from David's example to face our own giants with faith, run towards them instead of away, and use the weapons God has already given us. The battle is the Lord's, and with Him, we are more than conquerors.

"Open Windows, Open Doors" - a message about the importance of the church having open windows and doors to let in God's love and power, and to share it with the world. Pray, believe, and live with open hearts and minds.

The passage discusses the importance of starting with the inner person and writing the commandments on the tablet of one's heart to find favor and success in the sight of God and man. It also emphasizes the importance of trusting in the Lord, acknowledging Him in all ways, and turning away from evil, as this will be healing to one's flesh and refreshment to one's bones. All of life fits into one of two circles, and the passage encourages readers to consult those circles to add health and refreshment to their lives.

The story of David being anointed as king by Samuel reminds us that while humans tend to judge by outward appearances, God sees the heart and knows the true character of a person.

Jesus is the Risen Savior who walks with us in life and comes especially close as we walk through the dark valley of the shadow of death, promising that the light may be turned off for a time, but on the great resurrection day, that light will be turned back on, brighter than ever.

Jesus' entry into Jerusalem was a time of great hope and promise, but it was also a time of great sorrow and pain. It was the beginning of the end, but it was also the beginning of a new beginning.

"Succeeding Backwards" is a sermon on the story of King Saul, who failed because of his pride and disobedience. The sermon encourages listeners to avoid Saul's mistakes by putting their faith in Jesus and obeying God.

Man-driven success craves more and more and is never satisfied. When we’re driven to get more and more success (however we define it) we are seeking man-driven success. More money, a better job, a bigger home, a faster car, more respect and social status, more admiration, applause, people serving us.

There will always be despisers in our lives. People on the sidelines who judge and criticize anyone who attempts anything. There will always be critics who don’t enter the fray, don’t try to solve the problems, don’t have any productive contributions to make, but boy they sure know better than anyone else how it should be done.