Enjoyed studying through the 1, 2 Chronicles New American Commentary for the study on David. Here are some of my favorite quotes: Favorite Quotes The Chronicler attempted to interpret to the restored community in Jerusalem the history of Israel as the working out of the eternal covenant between God and the people that demanded an obedient response to the divine …
In my personal devotional time and sermon preparation time, I have been studying the life of David for the summer months. While I have loved preaching through a series on David, there has been so much more in the Bible that we didn’t get to regarding his life. When we first meet David, he is a nobody. He is disregarded …
As we grow in the gospel, we must realize our need for one another in this process. As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another (Prov. 27:17). We need to spur one another on to love and good deeds (Heb. 10:24-25). We must encourage one another to grow in the gospel continually. But what does that really look like? …
After God’s Own Heart Mercy Is Free But Never Cheap 1 Chronicles 21:1-22:1 King David’s sin brought about consequences for the entire nation. While God did provide mercy, it had a significant cost. Our own sin has cost us, and the only hope is in the sacrifice of another to pay the penalty. Sin’s Responsibility (1 Ch. 21:1-6) God may …
Loved reading Davis’ commentary, 2 Samuel: Out of Every Adversity, while going through this study on the life of David. Book Overview Davis brings cultural and historical colour to the task of interpreting one of the most studied parts of the Bible. The lessons in 2 Samuel from the life of Israel, and David in particular, have obvious modern parallels. …
I am banking everything on Jesus. The way I do life, finances, marriage, kids, work, and play, I seek to do things his way. If he says it, I am changed by it. That is not saying that I always do it, but I am at the place in life where I believe his ways are always better than mine …
We had the wonderful privilege to hear from a couple of missionaries tonight. One is on a stateside furlough and another is preparing to launch out. It is so important for them and for us to stay connected to what the Lord is doing overseas! While not every person is called to live on mission overseas, all Christians are called …
When Goliath Is Yesterday’s News1 Chronicles 20:4-8 After God’s Own Heart: When Goliath Is Yesterday’s News (1 Chron. 20:4-8) – When David was king, his followers killed giants even larger than Goliath and it wasn’t even that significant of an event. Giant slaying leaders develop giant slaying followers. The Original Giant-Killer Israel put their hope in King Saul the tall until Goliath …
During the summer months, teenagers all across the United States fill up church vans to trek to their favorite student camps. My testimony contains personal pivotal moments I experienced along my journey while I was at church camp. That’s why I loved serving at Fuge Camps while I was in college and even now by preaching a couple of weeks …
Can a person be assured of his or her salvation? Pastor J. D. Greear tackles that question is in his great book, Stop Asking Jesus Into Your Heart. Favorite Quotes Salvation is not a prayer you pray in a one-time ceremony and then move on from; salvation is a posture of repentance and faith that you begin in a moment and …
For every moment of strength in David’s life, there was often a subsequent weakness. For every Goliath, there was also a Bathsheba. I think that is why so many of us resonate with King David. We emulate him one moment and disdain him the next. That’s where so many of us live. We have more bloopers than highlight reels. King …
For years, I have told people the importance of memorizing Scripture, but I have never taught people how to memorize Scripture. I want to help you know why we memorize Scripture and how we memorize Scripture. We must discipline our minds to have the Bible accessible even when the Bible is not available. Scripture memory is a powerful tool. While …
I wrote this song in college based off of Psalm 51:8. You can stream or download for free! Let the bones which you have broken rejoice. Chord Chart – Hallelujah (O What A Savior) – C
After God’s Own Heart Broken Bones (2 Sam. 11; Ps. 51) When King David was supposed to be winning a battle on the field, he stayed home and lost a battle within his heart. Sin can start with being at the wrong place at the wrong time. CAUGHT (2 Samuel 11-12) Sin can start with being at the wrong place …
When I was praying through Psalm 29 recently, I was reminded of this great song. Such a powerful truth. NEW LIFE WORSHIP “STRONG GOD” Song resources and chord chart: https://www.weareworship.com/us/songs… _____________________________________________________ Ascribe Featuring Cory Asbury Ascribe unto the Lord The glory due His Name Ascribe unto the Lord The honor and the praise For He is holy and He is …
When you enter the New Testament, the idea of a father’s blessing is not as prominent due to the church functioning as the people of God rather than a family basis. In these pages, though, we have the best example of a father blessing his son in the example at Jesus’ baptism. Within the pages of Scripture, biblical blessings happened …
I got to meet Mike Breen a few weeks ago and hear his heart on discipleship. As a pastor in England, he moved his church into a discipling movement that caused many to take note. He has served as a teacher, speaker, and consultant in recent years. I enjoyed hearing his heart and methodology regarding discipleship in the book, Building …
The Bible talks about blessing your children more than it does praying for your children. In some ways, a parental blessing is what you are praying to be fulfilled through their lives. Praying for our children must become a regular, intentional, specific part of our lives. As you think about your children, how would you pray concerning them in the …
The Agnew men had a quick but busy trip to Nashville to partner with Fuge Camps again. For the last few years, I have been serving as camp pastor for 2 weeks a summer at Fuge student camps that hold such a critical role in my story. This summer, the whole family went to Charleston at Charleston Southern University, and …
Fuge 2017 – Convergence Psalm 1 Point of Connection: The best way to follow God is walking beside others who are going in the same direction. Dangerous Relationship Progression From Psalm 1 Walk in the counsel of the wicked Stand in the way of sinners Sit in the seat of scoffers Those who are closest to me must be closest …
Fuge 2017 – Convergence 2 Samuel 11-12; Psalm 51 CAUGHT (2 Samuel 11-12) Sin can start with being at the wrong place at the wrong time. Our vulnerability can often come from a lack of accountability. Sin can be covered temporarily by an additional sin or eternally by an unconditional Savior. No amount of coverup will ever be able to …
Fuge 2017 – Convergence Ps. 145:14-18 All Scripture is inspired by God. Psalms are inspired for God. Psalms exist because we do not know how to speak to one so glorious. When we pray Scripture, we are not led by our feelings but guided by truth. Using the day of the month, pray through that psalm or an increment of …
Fuge 2017 – Convergence 2 Samuel 9; cf. Rom. 5 The King’s Pursuit (2 Sam. 9:1-5) The king was more concerned with keeping his promise than he was securing his protection. Grace seeks out those who are unqualified to give them what is undeserved. Grace finds us hiding helplessly in barren places. The Servant’s Response (2 Sam. 9:6-8) Being discovered by …
Fuge – Convergence – 2017 Ps. 119:9-11 Why Memorize God’s Word? ◦9 – keeps me from impurity ◦10 – keeps me from wandering ◦11 – keeps me from sinning •I will memorize Scripture as much as I hate sin. •We must discipline our minds to have the Bible accessible even when the Bible is not available. •Scripture memory positions me …
Fuge 2017 – Convergence 2 Samuel 6 Theme for the Day: Point of Truth We are not called to justify our opinions but to obey his commandments. The people of God learned how to worship God from those who did not know God. We are called to obey the Word – not imitate the world. It is a dangerous thing …
Fuge 2017 – Convergence Psalm 19 The Convergence. Two paths. Choose one. •In order to follow God, you need to know where he is going. •You discover God’s ways by studying God’s Word. •“Discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness.” 1 Tim. 4:7 •Spiritual disciplines are not meant to make you more liked by Jesus but to make you more …
TEACH ME YOUR PATHS Convergence – Fuge 2017 1 Sam. 13:8-14; Ps. 25:4-5 Flag Football – Your talent can take you places where your character can’t keep you. Sin can start by refusing to wait on God’s timing which leads to disobeying God’s commands. When we believe we have earned what has been given, we will ultimately take what has …
Andrew Davis wrote a great little book on An Approach to Extended Memorization of Scripture. You can get it on Kindle or you can actually download it for free. Andrew Davis has memorized 42 books of the Bible, so when he writes something on it, I think we need to listen. Book Overview Prepare to embark on one of the …
It’s a new month and that means it’s time for a new focus for the leadership at Rocky Creek. Each month, we are focusing on a specific area to really develop as a church body. Just to catch you up, here’s what we have been focusing on at Rocky Creek: January: Pastor – I am so thankful you allowed me …
In the sermon, “Reserved Seating,” I taught from 2 Samuel 9 recounting the story of when King David brought crippled Mephibosheth to dine at his table as one of his own. While the story of what David did for the family member of the rival regime is incredible, it also foreshadowed of another king who would welcome people from another …
In order to grow in the gospel (2 Pet. 3:18), we must train ourselves for godliness (1 Tim. 4:7). Paul instructed Timothy very clearly regarding the matter in 1 Tim. 4:6-16: 6 If you put these things before the brothers, you will be a good servant of Christ Jesus, being trained in the words of the faith and of the good …
After God’s Own Heart Reserved Seating (2 Samuel 9) David showed kindness to disabled Mephibosheth by carrying him to the king’s table. Seated with the King of kings, our brokenness is hidden and God’s favor is restored. The King’s Pursuit (2 Sam. 9:1-5) The king was more concerned with keeping his promise than he was securing his protection. Grace seeks …
Throughout the Bible, parents would bless their children. Have you ever wondered how a parent is supposed to give what is called a biblical blessing? “As heavenly Father, God set up a pattern of blessing for His people: verbally affirming His acceptance and support of them, painting vivid pictures of their expected future, and investing Himself and His resources to …
A Biblical guide to help existing churches begin to thrive and flourish for the glory of God. Dr. Al Mohler edited a great volume on church entitled, A Guide to Church Revitalization. 11 chapters written by different pastors and professors, it is a great look on how to take any church forward. DISCLAIMER: Every church need revitalization. Don’t read anything …
I’ve been told for most of my life that you can’t say “yes” to everything. I’ve also been instructed that the most important word in a busy life is learning how to say “no” to certain things. I see the benefit of saying “no” but I don’t want anyone to tell that to me. Especially God. What happens when you …
People can resort to arguments, but they can’t argue with results. In our efforts to grow in the gospel, we must learn how to share our testimony of how we came to faith in Christ. There are many arguments out there regarding the validity of the Bible or the skepticism concerning a God you cannot see, but most people respect …
After God’s Own Heart This Is the House That God Built (2 Sam. 7) David wanted to honor God by building him a house, but God had a greater house of which David could never build. The greatest work of our lives will not be what we do for God but what God has done for us. The King’s Plan …
You can’t understand the purpose of the Ten Commandments until you grasp the timeline of when Moses climbed the mountain to receive them. God gave the 10 Commandments to Moses in Exodus 20. In Exodus 14, the Israelites are walking through the Red Sea on dry ground. Why did God give the Law after this event? It would seem that …
I thoroughly enjoyed Dale Ralph Davis’ commentary on 1 Samuel: Looking on the Heart. He is able to cover what is needed to be covered without getting lost by chasing rabbit trails. Favorite Quotes God’s tendency is to make our total inability his starting point (16). So the text teaches that someone can remain so firm in his rebellion that …
While I admit that some aspects of student ministry need to be evaluated, edited, or eliminated, I am not one who desires to get rid of the entire paradigm. I believe that there is biblical teaching and cultural wisdom that shows the need for the home and the church to partner together for the discipleship of the next generations.