How did you get here? We all have moments where we look back and wonder how a series of small, seemingly harmless choices led us to a place we never intended to be. In a culture saturated with deepfakes, fraud, and daily deceptions, is it possible that our own "little white lies" are leading us down a dangerous path?

This week, our journey through the life of David takes a stunning turn. Up until now, David has been the ultimate hero - the faithful shepherd, the giant slayer, the man who trusted God. But when faced with the relentless threat of King Saul, the pressure of self-preservation causes David to compromise and manipulate the truth.

In this message, Jon Bell dives into 1 Samuel 21 & 22 to unpack the moment David tells a series of fatal lies to Ahimelek the priest in the city of Nob.

🔑 Key Takeaways You Will Explore:

The Slippery Slope of Deception: How David’s act of self-protection (the Hebrew word Kazab) quickly spiraled, moving from "necessary lies" to full-blown pretending.

The Unintended Consequences of Sin: Discover the tragic ripple effect of David's deception, which led to the death of eighty-five priests and the destruction of an entire town (1 Samuel 22).

Yesterday's Filling is Not Enough: Why relying on past victories or spiritual habits isn't sufficient for today's battles, and how fear can make us abandon the power of faith.

The Core Problem: The difference between abiding in God and abiding in self-preservation as our ultimate source of safety and strength.

We are all like David. In moments of panic, we are tempted to manipulate circumstances for our own safety. Learn how to stop running, get honest with yourself and others, and choose to Live in Truth over living in lies.

🙏 Next Steps & Discussion Questions:

What are you running from right now, and where has self-preservation led you to compromise?

Are there any "little white lies" in your life that need to be brought into the light and confessed?

How can you actively choose to trust God's provision instead of relying on your own understanding or strength this week?