The stories of the Old Testament often show us what not to do, even through some of its most famous characters—but every story points to Jesus, who faithfully delivered God’s truth to us and refused to forsake us when we rejected his words. In this message, Pastor J.D. shows how every great leader becomes good only as they model their leadership after Jesus, the ultimate Prophet, Priest, and King.
Abusive Leaders and Faithful Shepherds, Part 2
Abusive Leaders and Faithful Shepherds, Part 2
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18 September, 2024
Series: The Life of David
Speaker: J.D. Greear
Book: 1 Samuel
In this message, Pastor J.D. talks about why David was not the king Israel was looking for and how, just like God brought David and Jesus to the throne through chaos, he is sovereign in the mess of our lives, too.
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17 September, 2024
Series: The Life of David
Speaker: J.D. Greear
Book: 1 Samuel
In this message from 1 Samuel, Pastor J.D. walks through the tragic last chapter of Israel’s first king. King Saul held such promise in the beginning. But the longer he reigned, the more it became clear that he wanted God’s blessing much more than he wanted God.
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16 September, 2024
Series: The Life of David
Speaker: J.D. Greear
Book: 1 Samuel
When life takes an unexpected turn, we have a choice: We can take matters into our own hands, or we can do things God’s way and wait on him to fulfill his promises. In this message, Pastor J.D. uses Abigail’s story of wisdom and discretion to show us why we cannot accomplish the promise of the Spirit in the power of the flesh and how to instead leave vengeance to God and respond with grace.