Life’s challenges often threaten to derail us from fulfilling God’s will. In this week’s message, “Battle On: Resisting Evil,” from our Shepherd King series, we dive into 2 Samuel 19:40–20:26 to explore the importance of staying aligned with God’s purpose, even amidst opposition. This message challenges us to examine our lives, reject strife, and actively work together in obedience to God’s purpose. Let’s trust Him fully, resist distractions, and rally together to fulfill His will.

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As David grieves Absalom’s death, his emotions cloud his judgment—until Joab steps in. Shimei seeks true repentance, Mephibosheth shows unwavering loyalty, and Israel and Judah focus on their own status instead of making amends. Restoration: Making Things Right (2 Samuel 19:1-43) reveals the dangers of unchecked emotions, the beauty of grace, and how God patiently waits for us to invite Him in. Watch now as we continue the Shepherd King series!

This week, we continue our Shepherd King series with a powerful message exploring David's preparation for spiritual warfare and the deeper truths revealed in his confrontation with Absalom.

In Preparation for Spiritual Warfare — Advancing God's Will, we see David shift from fleeing and mourning to regrouping and preparing for battle. As he leads his army, the tension between love and justice becomes central. David’s deep love for his rebellious son, Absalom, contrasts with Joab’s resolve to enact justice, even at the cost of disobedience.

The passage reflects the cost of sin—not just in Absalom’s downfall, but in David’s own anguish and guilt. Through this, we’re reminded of the foreshadowing of God’s ultimate plan of redemption: a love so great that He took our place and secured our victory through Christ.

This message challenges us to consider: Will we rely on God’s Word, or will we lean on our own wisdom? Join us as we uncover these truths and learn to advance God’s will in our lives.

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Explore the next message in our Shepherd King series: Spiritual Warfare: High Cost of Defeating Evil. In 2 Samuel 17:1-23, we uncover the contrast between human strategies and God’s divine plan. Through prayer, reliance on God’s Word, and the lessons from David’s life, we’re reminded of how to navigate spiritual battles in our own lives.

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In this week’s message, we continue our Shepherd King series by diving into 2 Samuel 17 and the spiritual battle for God's will. As Absalom and Ahithophel plot to take over David’s kingdom, they miss one key thing: this was never David's kingdom to lose—it was God’s kingdom all along.

Through the loyalty of Hushai and the misguided actions of Ahithophel, we see how human plans and bitterness can’t compete with God’s sovereign plan. Despite betrayal, manipulation, and rebellion, God’s Word and His purposes always stand firm.

This message challenges us to live as followers of the true King, Jesus Christ. His will always wins, even when life feels uncertain or out of control. Are you living for the world, or are you fully committed to the King of kings?

Let’s hold on to God’s promises and live boldly for Him, knowing His Word never fails.

What does it mean to live as one of God’s chosen people? In this message, we explore David’s reliance on God during betrayal and hardship, revealing how we, too, can walk in faith and grace, even in life’s most challenging moments. Walking as God’s chosen means trusting Him fully, acting in faith, and embracing His grace every step of the way.

In 2 Samuel 15, we witness the unfolding drama of betrayal, deception, and the unwavering promises of God. Absalom's rebellion against David highlights the dangers of self-glorification, false promises, and the schemes of Satan to lead people astray. Yet, through it all, David’s faith and trust in God’s Word serve as a powerful example of what it means to live with a heart aligned with God.

Restoration is at the heart of 2 Samuel 14, but this chapter shows us how human wisdom often complicates the process. David, Joab, and others all attempt to fix broken relationships and situations in their own ways—resulting in manipulation, deception, and unresolved tensions. What can we learn from their mistakes about seeking true restoration through God’s wisdom?

In this message, we explore the depth of David's downfall in 2 Samuel 11—a passage revealing how even a man after God’s own heart can be ensnared by sin's deceitfulness. By examining David’s actions alongside Uriah’s, we see a stark contrast between a mind set on God and one clouded by sin.

In this message, we dive into 2 Samuel 10 to explore "Stronger Together than Alone: Lessons in Spiritual Warfare." As we look at David’s kindness toward the Ammonites, we see a powerful example of God’s grace and how it extends to everyone, even beyond Israel. This message is a call to action to trust God, support each other, and fight our battles with faith.

In this message, we dive into 2 Samuel 9 and the powerful message behind the story of David and Mephibosheth, highlighting the importance of keeping our promises. David, a man of integrity, shows incredible kindness to the house of Saul, fulfilling his word to Jonathan by extending grace to Mephibosheth. This act mirrors God’s grace towards us, even when we feel unworthy.

In this message, we dive into Psalm 101 and 2 Samuel 8, exploring how God's promises are realized both physically in David's kingdom and spiritually through Jesus Christ. This chapter shows us the unfolding of God's sovereign plan as He brings victory and peace to His people.

In this message, we explore God’s promise to David—a covenant that transcends the building of a physical tabernacle. David desired to build a house for God, but God revealed His ultimate plan: to establish an everlasting house through David's lineage, fulfilled in Jesus Christ. While David’s perspective saw the work as complete, God’s vision was much greater. We reflect on the importance of obeying God’s Word rather than relying on our own understanding and how God's ultimate desire is to dwell among His people, a promise fulfilled through Christ. This covenant demonstrates that God’s plans surpass time, sin, and death.

There are no shortcuts to peace with God. It comes when we give Him His rightful place of absolute authority in our lives, reflected in our continual willingness to listen and obey.

In this message, we explore the life of David and how his journey as Israel's king foreshadows the ultimate kingship of Jesus Christ. By looking deeper into the scripture, we uncover how God works through shadows in the Old Testament to reveal the spiritual realities of His kingdom in the New Testament. David’s life teaches us about patience, trust, and the divine nature of God’s promises.

MAIN POINTS

1. David as a Shadow of Jesus

2. God's Kingdom and Covenant

3. Jerusalem and Zion

Through David’s journey, we see a clear image of how God patiently works to bring us into His kingdom, not by force, but by love and grace. Just as David made a covenant with the people, Jesus has made a covenant with us, offering salvation and eternal life. Will you freely surrender and make Jesus your King today?

In 2 Samuel 4:1-12, Rechab and Baanah misinterpret God's promise and take matters into their own hands by killing Ish-bosheth. They present his head to David, expecting a reward, but David condemns their actions, emphasizing that God's will is fulfilled through righteousness, not human schemes.

MAIN POINTS

1. Misunderstanding God's Promise
   Rechab and Baanah acted on their own understanding of God’s will, assuming their actions would help fulfill God’s promise to David.

2. David's Response
   David rejects their violent actions, asserting that God's kingdom is established by His hand, not through manipulation or violence.

3. Pursuing Righteousness
   The passage teaches that true righteousness comes from God and calls us to live in a way that reflects His character, not our own desires.

This story is a powerful reminder that we cannot manipulate God's will for personal gain. True righteousness is not about achieving our own goals but about walking in alignment with God's character and will.

In this message, we explore the story of Joab, David's general, and how his actions reveal deeper truths about human nature and our relationship with God. Like Joab, we often think our ways are better than God's, but this account challenges us to submit to His will, recognizing that His perspective is far greater than ours.

Main Point: God's grace is bigger than our sin.