God Preserves His Kingdom
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Appealing to the judge
In this sermon we look at 1 Samuel 24 where David has an opportunity to avenge himself against Saul, who has been hunting him, and yet David entrusts himself to the Judge of all the earth and extends mercy to undeserving Saul. We see how seeing God as judge over all should effect the way
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Responding to Fear (Ps. 56)
Several of the Psalms state that they were written in light of specific events that unfolded in 1 Samuel, and so this week we look at Psalms 56 which was a response to David’s close call at Gath with the King Achish. We see an example of trusting in God, even when things seem to
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A Surprising Response to Suffering
In this sermon we first consider the unfolding story in 1 Samuel 21 where David flees for his life, and then we move over to Psalm 34 which was written after these events in David’s life and we consider his response to all that had happened.
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An Interview With Pastor Tim
In this interview I talk with Pastor Tim of Fairview Baptist about what it means to be a family integrated church. We talk about the Biblical examples of worship in the Scripture as well as how these principles work out practically in the life of the church today. Fundamentally we see how Scripture is not
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God Preserves His Servant
In this sermon we see how Saul sets himself against David and tries various times to take his life. Through all the attacks against the servant of God, God is also faithful to preserve him and guard him. Text is 1 Samuel 18:17 to the end of chapter 19.
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What About Israel? (part 2)
In this episode Pastor Rory and Pastor Aaron continue a look at God’s Covenant with Abraham as it is recorded in the book of Genesis.
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A Corrupted Obedience 1 Samuel 15
In 1 Samuel 15 we look more closely at Saul’s response to God’s instruction. And while he partially did what he was told, we find that pride caused him to ultimately reject the Word of God!
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A Bitter Sweet Victory
In this sermon we look at Saul’s reckless words as he leads his army into battle. Instead of leading them into victory and obedience to God, he becomes a burden and almost takes the life of his son!
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Pitfalls of Compromise (1 samuel 13)
In 1 Samuel 13 we see things coming apart for Saul as soon as his role as king gets started. With threats all around and an ill equipped army, Saul decides to act contrary to God’s instruction to him through Samuel and as a result is warned that his throne will be removed! We too
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