What Do I Do When I Lose?
June 11, 2023 • Pastor Tyler Loy • 1 Samuel 30:1–19, Psalm 61, Psalm 27
Everyone loves to win. Celebrating an accomplishment or experiencing a victory seems to make every minor inconvenience in life disappear. But experiencing a great loss or walking through a painful season emphasizes the struggles you already face. What do you do when you lose? In this message, we will look at a story where David suffered a tragic loss. Instead of rejoicing in the victory of battle, David found himself discouraged because of his unimaginable circumstances. But in spite of the tragedy that surrounded him, David prioritized his relationship with the Lord. You will learn what to do in the face of life-changing loss.
Revenge
May 14, 2023 • Pastor Rod Loy • 1 Samuel 25:1–39, 1 Samuel 17:45–47, Nahum 1:2, Romans 12:14–19, Leviticus 19:18
When someone does you wrong, revenge can be very tempting. You aren’t alone in that temptation. In the story we look at in this message, David was consumed by the thought of revenge. We will learn the consequences of revenge and how to overcome the desire for it.
Discovering God's Will for Your Life!
May 7, 2023 • Pastor Rod Loy • 1 Samuel 24:1–7
Decisions can be difficult. Deciding where to eat and what to wear may seem challenging, but it pales in comparison to major life decisions. When the question is who you should marry, which position you should accept, or where you should move, you look for a sign from God. Major decisions cause you to search for God's will. In this message, we will look at a story where David was faced with an incredibly difficult decision. He was on the run when an opportunity arose that could have set up the future he had dreamed of. But instead of acting off of his emotions, David aligned his decisions with God's vision and plan. You will discover how David's story can help with your next major life decision.
Discouraged
April 30, 2023 • Pastor Brian Dollar • 1 Samuel 22:1–2, Psalm 34
At some point in life, we all face discouragement. Whether it's a heartbreaking doctor's report or an unexpected family crisis, life includes discouraging challenges. No matter how hard you try, at some point, you will be discouraged. In this message, we continue our series, "Running on Empty". We will look at a story where David was trapped in a cave and fighting for his life - nothing was going according to plan. As he awaited his uncertain future, we see his response to God's faithfulness in spite of his despair. No matter your situation or circumstance, you will be reminded the Lord is faithful!
Desperate
April 23, 2023 • Pastor Rod Loy • 1 Samuel 22:8–23, 1 Samuel 17:45–47, 1 Samuel 21
Have you ever been in a desperate situation? Maybe you are in one right now. You feel stuck, overwhelmed, and helpless. When you find yourself in a desperate situation, you make decisions you never thought you would. In this message, we begin our new series, "Running on Empty". We will learn lessons from the life of one of the most famous people in the Bible - David. Throughout his life, David experienced some amazing victories. But he also faced many difficulties. We begin with David in a place of desperation and learn the destructive pattern of desperate people.
How Angry Are You?
October 16, 2022 • Pastor Rod Loy • 1 Samuel 20:24–33, Proverbs 14:17, Proverbs 29:11, 1 Samuel 19:1–10
How many times have you been angry this week? Maybe you yelled at a co-worker for missing a detail or punched the steering wheel after being cut off in morning traffic. Whatever the situation, anger caused you to lash out in an unhealthy way. In this message, we finish our series "Life Lessons from a Loser." Saul was known for being a hothead - he couldn't control his anger. You will learn the root causes of anger and how you can defeat it when it rises in your spirit. Because anger is common and dangerous, you must learn to control it before it's too late.
Can Jealousy Ruin Your Life?
October 9, 2022 • Pastor Rod Loy • Ephesians 1:17–19, 1 Samuel 18, Ephesians 2:10
Have you ever been jealous of someone's family, success, or popularity? When someone else is living the life you have always dreamed of, it can be difficult to deal with. This feeling is common for many people. Even though jealousy is common, it is also dangerous - it has the power to destroy you and your future. In this message, we continue to study the life of King Saul. In spite of everything he had been blessed with, Saul couldn't stand when David was blessed. You will learn from Saul's actions that jealousy has the power to ruin your life.
Blessing Follows Obedience
October 2, 2022 • Pastor Rod Loy • 1 John 1:9, Galatians 6:1–2, 1 Samuel 15, Luke 18:14
Everyone wants to live a blessed life. You dream of a big house, a perfect family, and a long life. Living a blessed life sounds wonderful - but as a biblical Christian, you must recognize that blessings are the result of your obedience to God's commands. In this message, we continue to study "Life Lessons from a Loser." We learn from a moment in Saul's life when he directly disobeyed God's instructions and had to face the consequences. Saul's actions expose the pattern and results of disobedience.
Wait on the Lord
September 25, 2022 • Pastor Parker Loy • 1 Samuel 8:4–22, 1 Samuel 9:27, 1 Samuel 10:5–9, 1 Samuel 13:5–14, Galatians 6:9
If you are like most, failing terrifies you! You don't want to fail so you work your hardest to be seen as a winner. Winners - people who succeed in life - are liked and looked up to. Losers - people who fail - are ridiculed and forgotten. This message is the start of our new series called "Life Lessons from a Loser." We will learn from the life of a guy in the Bible who seemed to have everything going right. Even though he had great potential, his choices and actions propelled him towards failure and the legacy of being a loser. There are valuable lessons in his story and mistakes to avoid!
Who Will Run to Your Rescue?
October 31, 2021 • Pastor Rod Loy • 1 Samuel 18:6–9, 2 Samuel 21:15–17, 2 Samuel 22:17–20
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you needed to be rescued? If it hasn't happened yet, it will. Maybe the small arguments in your marriage have turned volatile and it seems like it is heading for disaster. Maybe the city shut off your power and you aren't sure how you will make it through the winter. Whatever the situation may be, you are bound to be in need of a rescue. In this message, you will see how the enemy strikes in our lowest times. You will be encouraged to stand with your brothers and sisters in Christ during times of need.