A Man After God's Own Heart
The Life of David
My Life & God's Purpose
September 10, 2023 • Mike Hurt • Acts 13:16–22, Acts 13:36, Acts 13:38–39, 2 Chronicles 16:9
David's story calls us to embrace our unique strengths, face adversity head-on, and find our purpose in serving Someone and something greater than ourselves, echoing an inspiring call to action to know and live God’s purpose.
David & Samuel
September 17, 2023 • Russell McCarson • 1 Samuel 16:7, 1 Corinthians 1:26–29, 1 Samuel 16:11–13, Psalm 63
We tend to focus on external appearances, but God has his sights set on something different than looks, wealth, position, and abilities. God looks at the heart. He looks for true character, motives, and devotion to Him. Discover from the life of David how you can have a heart that is chasing after and pleasing to God.
David & Goliath
September 24, 2023 • Mike Hurt • 1 Samuel 17, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Psalm 27, 1 Samuel 16:7
David on his best days was a man of great conviction and spiritual strength. He believed in the power and strength of the Lord and wasn’t afraid to stand up and stand out for God. No moment in his life showed this clearer than David’s victory over Goliath. Discover how you can have an unwavering faith in an all-powerful God.
David & Saul
October 1, 2023 • Mike Hurt • 1 Samuel 26:7–11, Psalm 78:70–72, 1 Samuel 18:6–9, 1 Samuel 18:28–29, 1 Samuel 24:1–7
When God looks at our hearts, what does He look for? He’s looking for deeply spiritual, genuinely humble, honest-to-the-core servants who have integrity. David’s integrity shines in his interactions with Saul as he refuses to harm the king, even when presented with opportunities to take revenge. Discover how to live a life after God’s own heart by living a life of integrity.
David & God
October 8, 2023 • Mike Hurt • 2 Samuel 6:12–22, Psalm 31
David's love for and worship of God is beautifully evident in his Psalms, where he pours out his heart in praise, lament, and adoration. He bares his soul before God, but David’s love for God isn’t limited to private moments with Him. David worshipped God with great passion and great devotion and he wanted others to do the same. Discover how you can live a life of worship to honor God.
David & Bathsheba
October 15, 2023 • Mike Hurt • 2 Samuel 12:1–7, Psalm 51, 2 Samuel 11:1–5
David, a man after God's own heart, remained steadfast in his devotion despite his personal failures. His willingness to acknowledge his mistakes, coupled with his persistent pursuit of righteousness, highlights a profound example of grace, resilience, and an unbreakable dependence on God.