Burning your bridges with God. Forget It. (I Samuel 27:8-12, epis. #94)

From despair, to political asylum, to nefarious killing, to lying. David does it all. But God still wants him in His service. It's the same with us. Join us as we study I Samuel 27:8-12, episode 94. You can catch it on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/rgNXLG3-bJo .

The Problem with Listening to Your Heart. I Samuel 27:1-7, episode #93

A very low time in David's life. We'll find out how he got there and the impacts on his life and those of others. Sometimes we need to be on guard against our own heart. Yes, you heard right. Take a look. Join us on YouTube at https://youtu.be/hADTVhlMUIs .

Righteousness and Faithfulness are Partners (I Samuel 26:21-25, episode 92)

Only 5 verses but packed with several key lessons for us to live better as Christians. Dealing with those that let us down. God wants Righteousness AND Faithfulness. Having only one won't cut it. And more. Join us on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/awYfLFNBIeY

God Gives Us A Way Out. What will it take for one to repent? (I Samuel 2...

In this study we see how a godly David treats an ungodly enemy. We learn that being right and on God's side is no license to abuse others. Join us for our study of I Samuel 26:13-20, episode 91. Here's the YouTube link: https://youtu.be/mH2GKzejilg

David's Big Test, and Ours. Shall I kill Saul for you? (I Samuel 26:1-12...

Today's study is a little different. We look less at content, and more at context, and that's hard. We zero in on what really matters -- God's intent. Join us in studying a very debatable portion of Scripture. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/Usbj1_oyaxI

David Marries Again. Polygamy & Divorce (I Samuel 25:39-44, epis. 89)

Once Nabal is dead, David wastes no time to ask Abigail to be his wife. And that raises the issue of polygamy in the O.T. and divorce in the New. Join us on YouTube as we study I Samuel 25:39-44. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/05HE20O9rII

You can't fix fools. Sadly. Ultimately God deals with them one way or an...

Abigail takes a chance and David listens. The fool Nabal is saved. But only temporarily. We learn from all of them that we have a job to do. Join us on YouTube as we study I Samuel 25:32-38 (episode 88). Here's the link: https://youtu.be/eZY-mlzpB6c

If Abigail would teach a peacekeeping course, we and many others should ...

One wise woman saves her husband and her household, and keeps David from sinning. She also shows us what it takes to be a peacemaker. I think some International Relations courses should use Abigail as a case study. Join us on YouTube to learn more about I Samuel 25:23-31 (epis. 87). Here's the link: https://youtu.be/UuE-W6jrVsU

Abigail Acts quickly to stop David from killing many, and we learn a lot...

We learn about procrastination, harbouring grudges, planning vengeance, seeking peace, and much more. Join us on YouTube for some scriptural gems. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/uL3XpKL3ziw

Arrogance, Double-standard, Hypocrisy. David? Nabal? We may be surprised...

What are we thinking when we say about someone, "Who does he think he is?" And thank God He makes allowances for our shortcomings in caring out His plans for us and the world. Join on YouTube for episode 85 of I Samuel 25:9-17. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/2xoJ70mn8Ss

The Samuel you never knew. And we learn about the last of 3 women the B...

In this study (#84 on I Samuel 25:1-8) we'll learn about Samuel's death and learn several lessons from it. We also meet the last of the three women the Bible describes as having a "beautiful appearance". Join us for that on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/Lfs51Qvgojs

How Sincere Are Those Who Apologize To You. Our study of I Samuel 24:16-...

Have you been burned by the insincere apologies of others? Have you ever offered the same? Check out our study [I Samuel 24:16-22, epis. 83] of Saul's apology to David and tells us if you think it was sincere. Catch it on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/Ewf-Twds1ek

"Out of the wicked comes wickedness" and how that relates to your sin an...

[Episode #82 -- I Samuel 24:8-15] Join us as we see how David teaches us to deal with our enemies. We'll also talk about which came first, the sin or the sinner. Join us on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/YDv8VdW12_I

Ignore Your Conscience At Your Own Peril (I Samuel 24:1-7, epic. #81)

Yes, you have rights and sometimes can act on them. But is it the right thing to do and the right time? God uses your conscience to keep you and your family safe. David had a great conscience. We learn a lot. Join us for our study of I Samuel 24:1-7, epic. #80. On YouTube here: https://youtu.be/1iyrsvT8sWU 

Two great friends meet for the last time on earth. (I Samuel 23:15-29 --...

David & Jonathan meet for the last time, but evil is lurking all around them. Saul is out to kill David and the Ziphites want to betray him. We get to learn a lot about life and people. Join us on YouTube as we study I Samuel 23:15-29. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/eqeadvJ-C8E 

Misreading God. And checking your Pride when God sends you a warning. (I...

We can't assume God is about to bless us when we're in a broken relationship with Him and not even thinking of repenting. Also, when God gives us a warning, let's be careful not to let our pride get in the way. Join us as we study I Samuel 23:6-14, episode #79 on YouTube. Here's the link: https://youtu.be/8rEromGeaoQ

God Will Direct You. Here's How. (I Samuel 23:1-5 -- #78)

If you are wondering about the next step that you need to take in your life, then this short study is for you. David shows us how to get divine direction and what to do with it in I Samuel 23:1-5 (episode 78). Join us on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/CWdRMjGPbc4

Saul's greatest evil deed. We learn a lot as we study I Samuel 22:6-23 (...

This passage helps us recognize how madness and paranoia go together, where some betrayers come from, the impact of lies, and how scripture prophesies are dependable. Saul's greatest evil deed. We learn a lot as we study I Samuel 22:6-23 (... https://youtu.be/oKkrYeoNNgk via
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David runs to a cave for refuge. God has other plans. (I Samuel 22:1-5 -...

What does running to a cave have to do with changed plans, allies, parents, and much more? Join us as we look at I Samuel 22:1-5 and get some help in pursuing our ministry for God. Key gems found here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/w05-6TUbDgs

Would you pretend to be insane to save your life? David it. (I Samuel 21...

Who you gonna run to? David made a poor choice. Recognized his error and called on God. And God allowed him a way out. We get some lessons as we study I Samuel 21:10-15 (episode 75) on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/qs58zmGo4i8

Has David lost his faith or just misplaced it? What about us? (I Samuel...

When God allows us to go down a bleak road to better prepare us for service to Him, sometimes we make that road more difficult by our own decisions and choices. We have some things to learn to avoid that. Check our study of I Samuel 21:1-9 out. It's on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/UFywFcfUQV8

What does real commitment look like? And how life can depend on just one...

#73 -- I Samuel 20:35-42. Join us to see how a fight between a father and a son, as well as having to say good-bye to a loved one teaches us about commitment, respect, loss, importance of small things, and staying in the will of God. Join us here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GNXPcjBz1aQ