Sermons

1) When God does not answer 2) Who do we turn to for help? 3) How does turning to God look like? Reflection question - Just as Saul was not able to hear from God because of his disobedience, Is there an area of disobedience that God might be prompting you to confess today? - Who or What do you turn to in times of desperation?

Introduction: Facing Your Giants? 1. Contrast in Perspectives - By faith, David sees the true nature of the conflict. - By faith, David sees the true source and means of victory. 2. Seeing the way God sees - Walking in the Spirit - Walking by Experiential Knowledge of/Faith in God 3. Conclusion Reflection - What are some ways that have helped or can help you walk in the Spirit? Please discuss and share with others for mutual edification. - What are some ways to help you remember, draw from your experiences of God’s work in your life to deepen your knowledge of God and grow in faith?

Main Idea: The Word of God determines the condition of our hearts. 1. We are attracted by external qualities. 2. God is concerned with the internal qualities. 3. The Word of God directs our hearts. Reflection: 1. What external qualities (e.g., grades, achievements, etc) are you more concerned with than the condition of your heart? 2. What are the practices that you can put in place to be reminded by God’s words in your daily lives?

Main Point: God uses the ordinary affairs of life to bring forth His extraordinary purpose in our lives. 1. God uses the ordinary for extraordinary purposes. - Saul – good looking but with an unimpressive background - A mundane job 2. God may use obstructions and delays to direct us to His will. 3. God will provide the resources and encouragement along the way. - An unlikely companion - A miraculous providence 4. Practising the Presence of God Reflection: - Looking back at your life, are there any situations you think of as coincidence but were God’s providence? - What’s one step you can take to be attentive to God’s presence in your day today?

1. When our Children Reject God as King 2. When we Reject God as King 3. When God Gives us a King Reflection Questions - Just as others considered the walk of Samuel’s two sons. How will you fare if others were to consider your walk today? Will they say God is your King? - Which “King” have you decided to reject? Who is the True King in your life?

Main idea: We need to know God to recognise His voice; we need to listen to God to hear His call. 1. Introduction 2. The Lord Calls 3. The Servant Listens Reflection – Has the Lord spoken to you in the past? How did you recognise His word? – What are some disciplines you can exercise to listen to God’s call?

Main point: God cares and is in sovereign control of our lives. 1. Who is God? a. God is my Dignity, Strength and Salvation (v1) b. God is my Rock (v2b) c. God is a Life giver (v6) d. God can turn my life around (vv5;7-8a) e. God is my Creator and Sustainer (v8b) f. God is my Judge (v10) g. God is the King (v10b) 2. How does God relate to us? a. God cares about our brokenness and hears our prayers. b. God guides our lives to his purpose through the daily mundane happenings. Reflection: - Which aspect of God’s character encourages you? - What would be an appropriate response to who God is?

Introduction 1. The Wall between the Jews and the Gentiles 2. The Gospel in their “Heart Language” 3. The Beautiful Feet of Today Reflection Questions - Who has the Lord called you to share your faith with during this missions month period? - How can you improve the “Heart Language” of this person/people group? - Will you answer the call to become God’s beautiful feet today?