by Steve Thomason | Oct 18, 2021 | Art, Bible
The Narrative Lectionary brings us to 1 Samuel 16:1-13 this week. The first fifteen chapters of 1 Samuel tell the story of Samuel, the last judge of Israel, and Saul, the first King of Israel. Saul didn’t work out well and God sent Samuel to find a true heart that was ready to be a godly king.
by Steve Thomason | Oct 21, 2019 | podcast, sermons2019
How do you define success? The gods of our age lure us to wealth, achievement, and power. Are these the rhythms of the Kingdom of God to which Jesus invites us to walk? This sermon looks at the calling of David and reminds us the the Lord does not look on the outward appearance, like mortals do. The Lord looks on the heart.
by Steve Thomason | Oct 17, 2019 | Bible
The Narrative Lectionary introduces us to David this week in 1 Samuel 16:1-13. The first fifteen chapters of 1 Samuel tell the story of Samuel, the last judge of Israel, and Saul, the first King of Israel. Saul didn’t work out well and God sent Samuel to find a...
by Steve Thomason | Oct 22, 2013 | sermons2013
Text: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Listen to the audio. We like labels. They make life easier. If a jar says poison, it can quickly save my life. If it says gluten-free, then it is safe for some people. Labels help us make quick decisions about certain things, and that is good....
by Steve Thomason | Oct 17, 2013 | Bible, Spiritual Formation
Today’s narrative Lectionary reading brought me to 1 Samuel 8:1-18. The people complain to Samuel and demand that they have a king to rule over them like the other nations have. Then “the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Listen to the voice of the people in all that...
