The Ark returns to Israel,but this moment reveals more than just a homecoming. It shows us how both outsiders and insiders misunderstand God’s holiness. We don’t worship Him on our terms. When God exposes us, it’s not to shame us,it’s to draw us closer through repentance, purity, and reverence. He’s a God who loves deeply and judges rightly.Every lie falls before Him. So don’t just let God reside,let Him rule. Tear down every rival.

Prophet, Priest, & Judge | Returning the Ark, 1 Sam 6:1-7:2 | Week 10

In 1 Samuel 7:15–8:22, Israel chooses a human king over God, trading divine leadership for something they could see and control. It’s a powerful reminder of the tension between trusting God’s rule and giving in to the world’s ways. Don’t let fear or pressure lead you to crown something else king. God is the only one truly worthy of that throne.




Prophet, Priest, & Judge |Rejecting God, 1 Sam 7:15-8:22 |  Week 12

The world offers a lot of false hope, but in Christ, we have a hope that’s unshakable. 1 Peter 1:3-9 reminds us that our hope isn’t wishful thinking; it’s a guarantee from the God who has never broken a promise. Put your hope in Jesus, you won’t be disappointed.

Christian Joy | Hope Part 1

 In 1 Peter 1:3-9, we’re reminded that our hope in Jesus isn’t just something we understand, it’s something we live. Hope should shape how we speak, how we carry ourselves at home and at work, and how we respond when life gets hard. Real hope doesn’t just look good on paper; it’s meant to be seen, heard, and felt by the world around us.


Christian Joy | Hope Part 2

In this week’s message, Saul’s just out looking for lost donkeys,but God is writing a bigger story. Without even realizing it, Saul is being led into a divine appointment that will change everything. Don’t overlook the ordinary,God often works His greatest plans through the smallest moments. Trust that He’s guiding your steps, even on your most mundane days.


Prophet, Priest, & Judge |The New King, 1 Sam 9:1-27 |  Week 13

As Saul returns home after being anointed, we see how God’s Spirit leads through prophecy, calling, and obedience. This journey isn’t just about Saul, it’s about how the Spirit works in all of us. Don’t limit what God can do. Seek His Spirit and walk in obedience, you never know what He’s preparing you for.


Prophet, Priest, & Judge |Saul Anointed, 1 Sam 10:1-16  |  Week 14

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Prophet, Priest, & Judge | Returning the Ark, 1 Sam 6:1-7:2 | Week 10

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