"The Faith of Our Perhaps"

1 Samuel 14:1-23

Rev. Corey Pelton

The Lord calls a people to Himself designating them as His ambassadors to bless their families, neighbors, communities, and nations with His good news of rescue. Perhaps he is calling you to take a step forward and trust Him? What could it look like to see the Lord work through you?

About Rev. Corey Pelton: He's a pastor in the Presbyterian Church in America, and currently the director of Rural Church Development and the director of Rural Church Planting for Mission to North America. . He and his wife, Holly, moved to the north Georgia mountains in January 2022 after years of pastoring throughout the South. They both grew up in East Tennessee and are University of Tennessee alum. They spent 8 years in Jackson, MS where Corey attended seminary and worked with Reformed University Fellowship at Belhaven College. In 2002 they moved to Hot Springs, AR to organize a mission church into a fully organized church. After pastoring there for 8 years, they were called to Travelers Rest, SC to pastor Redeemer Presbyterian Church. 2019 took them to Baton Rouge, LA where he assisted South Baton Rouge Presbyterian Church. Corey and Holly have three grown children: Miller, Maggie, and Miles.

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“Unhappily Ever After”

1 Samuel 31:1-13

Rev. Charlie Phillips

After nearly a year, our study of 1 Samuel is coming to a close - and what an ending we have in chapter 31! It’s as shocking as it is educational for God’s people! Join us as we encounter the fall of Israel’s first king - a king like all the other nations.

Starting next week we’ll be embarking on a five-part series on the book of Jonah! Take your seasickness meds and get ready for an incredible journey of grace!

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"Out of the Frying Pan; Into the Fire"

1 Samuel 30:1-31

Rev. Barr Overcast

There is probably no question of theology more difficult to answer than the existence of evil. How can God be good and sovereign and still allow evil to exist in the world? In our passage this week, David comes face-to-face with both God's sovereignty and true evil. His story shows us how an understanding of God's sovereignty equips us for the moments when we too are brought face-to-face with evil.

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"Inexhaustible Mercy"

1 Samuel 29:1-11

Rev. Charlie Phillips

In chapter 29 we see the unthinkable happening with David and his men preparing to march with the Philistines against God’s people. It’s both a frightening scene and a comforting scene. It’s frightening in that it shows how far our sin can lead us. It’s comforting in that it shows us the depths from which God can deliver us. Join us this Sunday as we explore the inexhaustible nature of God’s mercy for His people.

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"Can't Beat the Real Thing"

1 Samuel 28:3-25

Rev. Charlie Phillips

As we wind up our study of 1 Samuel we see that Saul is winding down—the clock is literally ticking down until his demise. In typical fashion Saul seeks the benefits of God rather than God himself and what results is one of the strangest passages in the entire Bible! Bring a friend and worship with us this Sunday as we study an unholy séance!

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"Soul Propaganda"

1 Samuel 27:1-28:2

Rev. Charlie Phillips

The first verse of 1 Samuel 27 is shocking - “Then David said in his heart, ‘Now I shall perish one day by the hand of Saul. There is nothing better for me than that I should escape to the land of the Philistines.’” Given that David just had victory over his sin and had once again cornered Saul and let him live, this pronouncement of defeat comes out of left field! What would cause the upcoming king—whose future has repeatedly been laid out to him—to falter in such a way? Join us for worship Sunday morning and find out!

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"Deja Vu All Over Again"

1 Samuel 26:1-25

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Chapter 26 recounts David and Saul’s last interaction together. Their relationship has been a rocky road at best—filled with numerous attempts at murder and close call after close call. This intense interaction shows us just what kind of men they came to be during their struggle. Join us this Sunday as we see how their relationship concludes.

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"Halted & Healed by Grace"

1 Samuel 25:32-44

Rev. Charlie Phillips

This Sunday we’ll continue the story of 1 Samuel 25 with David being held back from heinous sin and redirected towards the providence of God. Join us as we learn about the restraint, renewal, and restoration of our sovereign God!

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"What Lies Beneath"

1 Samuel 25:1-31

Rev. Charlie Phillips

In many ways David has lived an exemplary life of suffering in the wilderness. He’s sought help from the priesthood, leaned on the Lord, taken counsel from Jonathan, and remembered God’s faithfulness over the years. Chapter 25 is the first time we see a different side of David. Pray for the Spirit’s leading as we gather this Sunday to explore the depth of the human heart.

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"Saving the Enemy"

1 Samuel 24:1-24

Rev. Barr Overcast

David's day of deliverance is finally here! Or is it? From every earthly angle, this ought to be the moment when David executes judgment and rids himself and all of Israel of the rejected king. Yet he spares Saul, cutting off nothing more than a bit of Saul's robe. Why? Join us this week as we look at the God-centered perspective that prompts David to save his enemy.

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"Comfort in the Wilderness"

1 Samuel 23:15-29

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Have you ever been through a season in life where you felt like you were barely hanging on?—Yes, you believed in Jesus and His death and resurrection—but you still felt like your hope was waning? Like David, we all experience seasons in the wilderness, and we long for comfort. Join us this Sunday as we learn where and how to seek the comfort we were made to receive and give.

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"Leadership on the Edge"

1 Samuel 23:1-14

Rev. Charlie Phillips

As we jump back into our study of 1 Samuel we get a glimpse of David at his best—bravely leading his men to save the people of Keilah. But at his best David doesn’t lean on his personal gifting but rather on his sovereign God. By his leadership, he provides a model for Christians called to lead in troubled times in a rapidly changing culture. Join us this Sunday as we learn how to lead on the edge!

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"Faith for the Distressed"

1 Samuel 22:1-23

Rev. Dr. Stephen Estock

In the face of life's trials, we often struggle to remain faith-filled people, and our hope is easily quenched by cynicism and faithlessness. But God is faithful. Join us this Sunday as we learn about the character of our King which invites us to trust in His deliverance.

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"Man on the Run"

1 Samuel 21:1-15

Rev. Charlie Phillips

No one who’s given a serious read of the Bible can make the claim that God’s people have it easy—that leaders like David had a trouble-free life. As any talented writer knows, drama makes for good story. It also reveals truths about our Creator. Join us this Sunday as we learn of God’s grace for His people on the run!

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"Clinging to the Covenant"

1 Samuel 20:1-42

Rev. Charlie Phillips

David has just escaped attack after attack on his life in chapter 19, ending with his seeking asylum in Ramah with Samuel. It’s clear that Saul will do anything to take David out. So, David flees once again. But where? And why? Come on Sunday ready to learn how a man of God’s own heart responds to fear.

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"War of the Wills"

1 Samuel 19:1-24

Rev. Charlie Phillips

The world is at war all around us—Russia vs Ukraine…Israel vs Palestine…Trump vs Biden…Democrats vs Republicans. But these are not simply wars between nations or political parties. All wars between people groups or each other begin with man’s war against God. The war began when Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit, and it continues to ripple out devastatingly today. Truth be told, we are living in a real-life war of the wills—of man desperately trying to will his way over God. Join us this Sunday as we encounter a desperate Saul attempting to will his way over God and David.

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"Everybody Loves David"

1 Samuel 18:1-30

Rev. Charlie Phillips

Just when things are going so well for David—he’s established himself as a servant of the king, he’s defeated Goliath, and he’s loved by everyone—everything seemingly unravels as Saul “eyes” him with the intent of destroying him. Come Sunday expecting the Spirit to move among us as we dig into 1 Samuel 18.

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"The Lord Be With You"

1 Samuel 17:1-37

Rev. Charlie Phillips

This Sunday we come to perhaps the most well-known and beloved story in the entire Bible. Given that we know it so well, it’s easy to assume that we’ve wrung all the truth and joy from it. However, there’s always so much more than meets the eye. Join us for worship as we seek the glory of Christ in the story of David and Goliath.

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"Sunrise, Sunset: A New King on the Block"

1 Samuel 16:1-23

Rev. Charlie Phillips

We don’t see things the way God sees them. By definition the finite doesn’t have the view of the infinite. Through Christ we are able to see things from a renewed perspective; He changes the way we view the world, our situation, others, and even ourselves. Come worship with us on Sunday as we seek to see the way He sees and glorify Him.

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"Obedience > Sacrifice"

1 Samuel 14:47-15:1-35

Rev Charlie Phillips

One of my favorite times of the year is the very beginning. There’s all this energy swirling around our goals and vision for life. Everyone stops for a moment and considers how their present steps are affecting their future lives and aspirations. I love it! I would in fact argue that we’re called to do such reassessments throughout our lives, and not just because of our cultural drift (which we talked about this past Sunday), but because we’re called to be stewards of the gifts, talents, and resources God has given us. Join us this Sunday as we talk about living on vision as a church community.

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