In this sermon we consider the tragic end of Saul. As God said, his life is lost in battle against the Philistines and Israel is left with out a king and many lay slain. While we are encouraged by those who finish well, we must also heed the warnings from someone who did not finish […]
The Tragic End of Disobedience 1 Samuel 31 Read More »
In this sermon David Bosma wrestles with the difficult narrative in 1 Samuel 28. We see the devastating effects of sin against God’s word and the desperate attempt of Saul to find his way around God’s plan.
When God is Silent 1 Samuel 28 Read More »
After many attempts on his life David decides to seek refuge among the Philistines at Gath. Though we could look at the foolishness of David’s choices, we also see God’s kindness and provision for David in this time.
From Exile to Exaltation Read More »
In our study of 1 Samuel we come to Saul’s final attempt to kill David and we see how God is shaping David to respond in a way that is honouring to the Lord. Though David doesn’t know the future, we see him continuing to trust in the Lord and to show mercy even when
Responding to Persecution Read More »
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.
A Surprising Response to Suffering Read More »
In this sermon we look at the difficult passage in 1 Samuel 21 where David misleads the priest and receives bread that is not lawful for him to take as well as a the sword of Goliath for defence. We look at Jesus’ words about this incident and see how a principle of mercy runs
Times of Unlawful Mercy Read More »
In this sermon, we look at the famous account of David and Goliath. Though David is unimpressive to his fellow man, we see that he trusts in the power of God to deliver Israel from her enemies, and God is pleased to work a great victory through David his anointed!
In this sermon we see how God begins to establish David as the prince of Israel and not only presents him to the kings court but also affirms him by giving him success in his pursuits and tasks. In all this, we begin to see patterns develop in the life of the Prince that point
The Troubled King and the Singing Shepherd Read More »
In this message we meet David for the first time as Samuel is sent on a mission by God to find him and anoint him as the true King of Israel. We also see incredible clues that point us forward to the coming of Christ the King forever and ever!
The Search for the true king! Read More »