Reflections on 1 Samuel 16 How God delights to call and use the most unexpected people—supremely seen in the Lord Jesus Christ, our unexpected Saviour. We all have different points of view. We can watch the same soccer match and come away with completely different analyses. We can read reports of the same event from… Continue reading Looking Beyond Appearances
The God Revolution
Reflections on 1 Samuel 15 Nicolaus Copernicus, born in 1473, sparked what became known as the Copernican Revolution. For centuries, people believed that the earth was at the center of the universe and that the sun, moon, and stars revolved around it. Copernicus challenged that worldview by showing that the sun, not the earth, was… Continue reading The God Revolution
No Enemy Is More Dangerous Than Selfish Pride
Reflections on 1 Samuel 13–14 There are enemies outside us that can destroy lives, churches, and nations. But according to the Bible, one of the greatest dangers is often much closer to home. It lives in the human heart. In 1 Samuel 13–14, Israel had a serious enemy in the Philistines. But as the story… Continue reading No Enemy Is More Dangerous Than Selfish Pride
Taking Risks for the Kingdom
Reflections on 1 Samuel 14. There are moments in life when faith becomes costly. Moments when obedience to God requires courage, initiative, and risk. It is easy to trust God when circumstances are comfortable. It is far harder when the odds are against you, the future is uncertain, and everyone else is retreating in fear.… Continue reading Taking Risks for the Kingdom
Why Character Matters More Than Charisma in Church Leadership
Reflections on 1 Samuel 12. The Christian world is often shaken when a well-known pastor, author, or ministry leader falls into serious sin. It leaves many believers confused, discouraged, and sometimes even angry. How could someone who preached truth so clearly fail so badly? The reality is that wherever there are sinners, there will always… Continue reading Why Character Matters More Than Charisma in Church Leadership