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1 Samuel 18:6-10 This afternoon I would like to preach a message from the life of Saul and one of the great lessons that his poor example gives to us nevertheless. We are always needing all of God’s Word and there are lessons throughout. If we we will be tender hearted, focused, and patient, there is…

If you have your Bibles, I invite you to turn to Exodus 20 That the commandments reflect the character of God brings us to the second overview question I wish to address in our series, and that is “who spoke the ten words?” At first blush, the answer to this question is kind of on the nose, isn’t it?…

Saul becomes king 7 And when the Philistines heard that the children of Israel were gathered together to Mizpeh, the lords of the Philistines went up against Israel. And when the children of Israel heard it , they were afraid of the Philistines. 8 And the children of Israel said to Samuel, Cease not…

How do you define getting pinned?

Introduction The context of the content, and essential parts of the content, is distinct to Israel. All Israel heard these words, not only Moses, but because Yahweh’s thunderous voice terrified the people they entreated Moses to mediate the remaining words of Yahweh to them ( Exod 20:19 ). The Ten Words…

Summary Ezekiel 8 and 9 falls in the section of Ezekiel that concerns two themes: the punishment of Jerusalem and the departure of the glory of God. In Chapter 8 we’re introduced to some specific points of Israelite idolatry – worship of Asherah and worshipping the creator as though he were part of creation.…

Today we are starting a new series called Bridge Builders. When you think of a bridge builder you think of someone that designed a structure to allow people access from one point to another. Usually bridges are used to drive a car from one point to another. One of the most famous bridges in the United…

What causes quarrels and what causes fights among you? Is it not this, that your passions are at war within you? You desire and do not have, so you murder. You covet and cannot obtain, so you fight and quarrel. You do not have, because you do not ask. You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly,…

18 For the word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 1 I wish you would bear with me in a little foolishness. Do bear with me! 2 For I feel a divine jealousy for you, since I betrothed you to one husband, to present you as a pure virgin…

Introduction Every Sunday people get up on the stage and share their ability and talent with Grace Church. We don’t make any claim to be professional musicians, we are not the best band you will ever hear, however, what we do works to facilitate our worship of Christ through music and praise. The reason…

Family Troubles Hannah was one of Elkanah’s two wives. Hannah was the first, then Peninnah Why did Elkanah have two wives? They were expected to be “fruitful and multiply” Hannah was barren, while Peninnah had several. Yet, Hannah was Elkanah’s favorite. He made sure she got extra food at the feasts.…

EST. In His House It’s always been God’s heart to dwell among his people. 8 “Then have them make a sanctuary for me, and I will dwell among them. 11 I will live among you, and I will not despise you. 12 I will walk among you; I will be your God, and you will be my people. I Will live, I Will walk, I…

Now a great sign appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a garland of twelve stars.

Before we get into this week’s text I want you to recall the end of last week’s passage Natural Person vs. Spiritual Person 14 The natural person does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are folly to him, and he is not able to understand them because they are spiritually discerned. 15…

Elämään mahtuu monenlaisia vaikeuksia, kuten ; Talous, yksinäisyys, terveys, pelko, väsymys, tarkoituksettomuus, menneisyys, tulevaisuus… ongelmat ja vaikeudet ovat moninaiset. Olemme kehittäneet yhteiskuntaan rakenteita, joilla aiheutamme itsellemme ja toisille näitä vaikeuksia ja toisaalta myöskin…

Today, God is calling us to a singular focus on Him. Colossians 3:1–3 (NLT) Since you have been raised to new life with Christ, set your sights on the realities of heaven , where Christ sits in the place of honor at God’s right hand. 2 Think about the things of heaven , not the things of earth. 3 For…

Introduction In Chapter 1:1-9 this church ++Had recieved God’s grace ++Was enriched with all knowledge ++Was not lacking in any gift Paul address 5 issues in this church Issues ++Division - Chapters 1-4 ++Sex - Chapters 5-7 ++Food - Chapters 8-10 ++The Gathering-Chapter 11-14 ++Resurrection/Final Greeting…

Some Jokesters tell about the three churches situated at the same downtown intersection. One congregation could be heard singing, “Will There Be Any Stars in My Crown?” followed by the second’s, “No, Not One,” and the third’s triumphant, “Oh, That Will Be Glory for Me.” — Leslie Flynn , When the Saints…

Acts Chapter 4 then ends with another one of these passages. They had all things in common, we’ll read a little bit of this Now the full number of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one said that any of the things that belonged to him was his own, but they had everything in common.…

Having the right stuff, which is God’s spirit. Pride Excellent Spirit Jealousy worship Faithfulness ( 4 vs ) Deliverance The true God. Throughout the kingdom there were 120 district officials or satraps (the Persian name for the officials). Leadership Ministries Worldwide. (2008). Daniel-Hosea (p. 77).…

Background on Genesis Genesis is the book of origins Author: Moses Date: 1446 to 1406 BC 1 Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, saying, “I have gotten a man with the help of the Lord .” 2 And again, she bore his brother Abel. Now Abel was a keeper of sheep, and Cain a worker of…

It was December of 2000, Christmas Eve. This was a night I had been looking forward to! Before we went to church that evening I gave Lisa Thompson a GIFT … The gift extended an offer, an invitation to be my bride… “Will You Marry Me Dec 24, 2000” I dropped to one knee and presented her with a ring… She…

Learning the Family Business It’s become less and less common that a child learns their life trade from their parents. In past history, the majority of people in the world would learn what would become their career, or life’s work, at home and from their parents. A child raised on the farm would learn…

James Overview Thus Far James is closely tied to Jewish Proverbial Wisdom and Jesus’ Teaching on the Sermon on the Mount. James is writing to Jewish Believers that have been removed from their homes and are having a hard time getting along. James is interested in the direct correlation between faith…

12 A man of Benjamin ran from the battle line and came to Shiloh the same day, with his clothes torn and with dirt on his head. 13 When he arrived, Eli was sitting on his seat by the road watching, for his heart trembled for the ark of God. And when the man came into the city and told the news, all the…