David is living amongst his enemies and it’s tough. He’s had to convince them of his rejection of Israel and loyalty to them. But that now puts him in the dilemma of being called to fight against his own. How
Ready to die?
In a lost and lonely state (due to his sinful choices) Saul has contacted dead Samuel. But Samuel has no comfort for him. The king has sown disobedience to God and now he will reap the consequences of that: tomorrow,
Contacting the dead
Due to his sin, Saul is all alone and frightened of his enemies. David will not help him; God will not help him; he’s in a living death. So in desperation Saul does the only thing he can think of
Living with the enemy
To secure peace for himself, his family and his army, David has had to go and live among his enemies, the Philistines. It’s a bold plan which requires David to conduct himself shrewdly. But he pulls it off, managing both
Light in the darkness
“Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us.” Those words begin a small book which is one of the most widely read books of history. We call it the “Gospel of
Do not be afraid
“Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us.” Those words begin a small book which is one of the most widely read books of history. We call it the “Gospel of
Hope when hope has gone
Many have undertaken to draw up an account of the things that have been fulfilled among us.” Those words begin a small book which is one of the most widely read books of history. We call it the “Gospel of
Seriously
This sermon was preached in preparation for our Christmas 2024 sermons, which came from Luke’s gospel.
A time of transition
Saul sees that David has spared his life again, admits his sin and calls David home. But times have changed and David can no longer be with Saul. He’ll only go home when it’s time for him to take the
Whispers in the night
David has the upper-hand over Saul since he knows exactly where he is whereas Saul is in the dark. So, this time, David goes hunting for the king. However, the situation becomes a temptation when another with him offers to