1 Samuel

Instrument or Obstacle

June 23, 2019 • Peter Pera

Pastor Pete wraps up our study in 1 Samuel with a compelling question, are we an instrument or an obstacle to God's plan?

A Heart of Repentance

June 9, 2019 • Peter Pera

The difference between Saul and David was their heart. The reason David was a man after God’s own heart was because he had a repentant heart.

The Danger of Compromise

June 2, 2019 • Frank Ares

Pastor Frank teaches us how our choices have consequences as we study 1 Samuel Chapter 28. Out of desperation Saul seeks a medium for guidance rather than seeking God.

When God Intervenes

May 26, 2019 • Brenden Hojara

This week we study the amazing and courageous woman, Abigail and how God uses her to intervene at just the right moment in David's life to prevent Him from making a horrible decision. Because of His mercy God will intervene, but sometimes His intervention doesn't look the way we expect.

Godly Character

May 19, 2019 • Peter Pera

Character is revealed by conduct. Pastor Pete takes us through the story of David and his opportunities to end his misery by getting rid of his enemy, Saul. David stayed faithful to Gods plan and revealed his true character. How do we respond to our enemies?

A True Bond [David & Jonathan]

May 12, 2019 • Eddie Rivera

David and Jonathan has a very special bond, it was a spiritual bond stronger than blood.

Dark Days - Why God Allows Evil

May 5, 2019 • Brenden Hojara

Why does God allow evil? Our study in 1 Samuel continues as Brenden leads us on a journey through the dark days of David. In this message we will find that we grow in the valley, and if we lean in to Gods purpose we will make it to the next mountain top.

Faith in Action

April 28, 2019 • Peter Pera

Pastor Pete uses the classic David & Goliath story to teach an important lesson on Faith in action! Faith in God makes us participants for the Lord in the battle for truth.

Calling

April 7, 2019 • Peter Pera

What is calling? And how do we know our calling? Pastor Peter Pera walks us through key points from 1 Samuel to identify your calling.

Obedience vs Religion

March 24, 2019 • Peter Pera

Pastor Pete continues our study in 1 Samuel teaching us how God desires our obedience over our religion.

Lead with Love

March 17, 2019 • Brenden Hojara

If the mission of a Christian is to lead people the Jesus, then we are all leaders. The question is, will we lead with love? Brenden Hojara teaches from 1 Samuel Chapter 12 and outlines the traits of a good leader, and the call to every christian to lead with love.

Righteous Anger

March 10, 2019 • Mike Boyd

When is anger a good thing? Pastor Chopper teaches an inspirational message on righteous anger from I Samuel Chapter 11.

The Call of a King

March 3, 2019 • Eddie Rivera

Pastor Eddie teaches us what it means to be "anointed by God". How do we know our calling?

Slaves to Fear

February 17, 2019 • Peter Pera

Is fear driving your decisions? Pastor Pete shows us through the story of Israel in 1 Samuel that we should not allow fear to drive our decisions, because fear forces us to make very bad decisions.

Return to God

February 10, 2019 • Peter Pera

Just like the Israelites in 1 Samuel we need to cast down our idols and return to God. Pastor Pete teaches us the first steps in returning to God.

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