Sharon RP Church

There is something in our beings that desires to stand in awe of someone or something. We know that there is Someone greater than us, and we can't help knowing that there is a God. To those who refuse to acknowledge this, God's anger is revealed. When we refuse to worship Him and reverence Him, we rob Him of the glory due to His name. And as we do that, it is inevitable that we will start huring p...

A — What is this about? This passage focuses on David fleeing from Saul, forming an alliance with Achish, and using deception to survive. It highlights his fear-driven decisions, strategic manipulation, and morally complex actions during a time of pressure. B — Best verse: 1 Samuel 27:1 — David's internal decision to flee reveals the root of his actions: fear and self-reliance rather than seeking...

A – What is this about? This passage highlights David sparing Saul's life despite having a clear opportunity to kill him. It emphasizes restraint, reverence for God's authority, and choosing righteousness over revenge. B – Best verse to summarize: 1 Samuel 26:23 – "May the Lord repay every man for his righteousness and his faithfulness..." C – What are we called to do? We are called to trust God's...

A — About: David recognizes that God prevented him from taking revenge on Nabal through Abigail's wisdom. God later judges Nabal Himself, showing that the Lord defends His people even when they are tempted to act wrongly. B — Best Verse: 1 Samuel 25:39 — David praises the Lord for defending him and keeping him from doing evil by taking vengeance himself. C — Called To Do: Trust God to handle injus...

When Martin Luther was a monk, he said that he could not love God. He could not find a way to escape His wrath and obtain peace for his soul. But it was this passage that showed him that there was a way to stand before the righteous God, but not in our own works. It is a gift of God through Jesus Christ. Paul was not ashamed to preach the message of the Gospel everywhere, to everyone: Christ came...

A — About the Passage David's men ask Nabal for kindness after protecting his shepherds, but Nabal insults them. David angrily prepares revenge. Abigail intervenes with humility and wisdom, bringing provision and persuading David not to shed innocent blood. B — Best Verse 1 Samuel 25:33 – "And blessed is your advice and blessed are you, because you have kept me this day from coming to bloodshed an...

A — What is this about? The passage recounts the death of Samuel, Israel's last judge and faithful prophet. The nation gathers to mourn him deeply. His death marks a moment of uncertainty for Israel, and David withdraws to the wilderness, possibly seeking safety, space to grieve, or distance during a fragile time. B — Best verse to summarize this 1 Samuel 25:1 – "Then Samuel died, and the Israelit...

A — About: David has the chance to kill Saul in the cave at En Gedi but refuses because Saul is the Lord's anointed. Instead, David spares his life and proves his righteousness by showing Saul the piece of robe he cut. B — Best Verse: 1 Samuel 24:18 — "And you have shown this day how you have dealt well with me; for when the Lord delivered me into your hand, you did not kill me." C — Call to Actio...

A — About: David continues fleeing from Saul in the wilderness while Saul relentlessly hunts him. Jonathan strengthens David in faith, betrayers reveal David's location, yet God preserves David and prevents Saul from capturing him. B — Best Verse: 1 Samuel 23:14 — "Saul sought him every day, but God did not deliver him into his hand." C — Called to Do: Trust God's protection and purposes, humbly s...

A — What is this about? David consistently seeks the Lord's guidance before acting. Even when his men are afraid and circumstances are uncertain, he inquires of God, obeys His direction, and trusts His knowledge of future outcomes—even when people may betray him. B — Best verse to summarize this passage: "Therefore David inquired of the Lord, saying, 'Shall I go and attack these Philistines?' And...

Trees beautify Creation and give glory to the Creator as doing all things well. Believers are called trees of righteousness; even though we lost our perfection when Adam sinned, we have been made a new creation and brought back into the covenant family of God. This passage also includes the purpose statement of Christ's work of redemption. He is the Anointed One who came to proclaim the good news...

A — What is this passage about? Saul's paranoia and hunger for power escalate into violence. He accuses the priests of conspiracy with David and orders their execution. Doeg the Edomite carries out the massacre, destroying the priests of Nob. David grieves when Abiathar escapes and finds refuge with him. B — Best verse to summarize this passage 1 Samuel 22:8 (NKJV) – "All of you have conspired aga...

A — What is this passage about? David escapes to the cave of Adullam while fleeing from Saul. His family joins him, along with people who are distressed, in debt, and discontented, forming a group of about 400 men under David's leadership. God continues protecting David by providing followers, safeguarding his parents in Moab, and sending the prophet Gad to guide him. B — Best verse to summarize t...

A – About: This passage focuses on David fleeing from Saul and seeking refuge with Achish, king of Gath. In desperation, David pretends to be insane to preserve his life. The emphasis is not on imitation of David's behavior, but on God's sovereign protection even when His servant makes fearful and questionable decisions. B – Best Verse: 1 Samuel 21:13–14 — David feigns madness before Achish, resul...

A – About: David flees from Saul and seeks refuge with Ahimelech the priest. In haste and fear, he receives the holy bread and the sword of Goliath. Though flawed and fearful, David experiences God's provision and mercy during his flight. B – Best Verse: 1 Samuel 21:6 – "So the priest gave him holy bread; for there was no bread there but the showbread, which had been taken from before the Lord…" C...

A – What is this about? This passage recounts how Jonathan confirms that Saul is determined to kill David. Through a secret signal with arrows, Jonathan protects David, and the two friends share a sorrowful farewell marked by covenant loyalty, even as Saul's pride and jealousy spiral further. B – Best verse to summarize this: 1 Samuel 20:42 — "Then Jonathan said to David, 'Go in peace, since we ha...

A – What is this about? This passage centers on the covenant friendship between David and Jonathan as they discern Saul's intent. Despite his father being king, Jonathan aligns himself with God's anointed, choosing loyalty, humility, and sacrificial love. B – Best verse to summarize: 1 Samuel 20:17 — "Now Jonathan again caused David to vow, because he loved him; for he loved him as he loved his ow...

A – About: This passage focuses on King Saul's growing jealousy and repeated attempts to kill David, despite promising not to harm him. God sovereignly protects David through Jonathan, Michal, and ultimately by overpowering Saul and his messengers through His Spirit. B – Best Verse: "But the Spirit of God was upon him also…" (1 Samuel 19:23) — showing that God ultimately controls even the king's a...

A — About: Saul schemes to destroy David through manipulation and political marriage, yet despite Saul's plotting, the Lord continues to exalt David and cause him to prosper. B — Best Verse: "Thus Saul saw and knew that the Lord was with David… So Saul became David's enemy continually." (1 Samuel 18:28–29 NKJV) C — Called To Do: Trust God over human manipulation. Walk wisely, remain faithful, and...

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ! The Lord is gracious and He has given us peace that has been purchased by Christ's blood. In this series, the goal is for us to love God more and to see His love in Jesus. Paul was commissioned to be an Apostle and to preach the good news concerning Jesus Christ. Jesus is a loving Master and wonderful Lord, not a cruel despot wh...

A – About: This passage highlights the deep friendship between Jonathan and David, the growing jealousy and paranoia of Saul, and the clear evidence that God's favor had shifted from Saul to David. B – Best Verse: 1 Samuel 18:14 – "And David behaved wisely in all his ways, and the LORD was with him." C – Called To Do: We are called to reject jealousy, submit to God's sovereign will, and faithfully...

A – About: This passage recounts the battle between Israel and the Philistines in First Samuel 17, where David faces Goliath. While Israel trembles in fear, David trusts the Lord to deliver him. God displays His power and glory by granting victory—not through human strength, but through faith. B – Best Verse: "Then all this assembly shall know that the Lord does not save with sword and spear; for...

A – About: In 1 Samuel 16:14–23, the Spirit of the Lord departs from Saul, and a distressing spirit troubles him. God sovereignly uses David—newly anointed yet still unknown publicly—to bring temporary relief through music. The rejected king is soothed by the chosen king, revealing both God's judgment and His mercy. B – Best Verse: 1 Samuel 16:23 — "Then Saul would become refreshed and well, and t...

A — About: God sends Samuel to anoint a new king after rejecting Saul. Though Jesse's older sons appear qualified, the Lord chooses David, the youngest shepherd. The focus is not outward appearance but the heart, as God continues His covenant plan. B — Best Verse: "For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." (1 Samuel 16:7) C —...

A — About: This passage is about Saul's disobedience to God's clear command and how partial obedience, excuses, and pride led to his rejection as king. B — Best Verse: 1 Samuel 15:22–23 — "To obey is better than sacrifice… For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft… Because you have rejected the word of the Lord, He also has rejected you from being king." C — Called to Do: We are called to fully ob...