The books of 1 and 2 Samuel relay Israel’s transition from being ruled by judges, of whom Samuel was the last, to being led by kings. The people of Israel demanded this change although it didn’t follow God’s desire for the nation (1 Samuel 8-1-9) Samuel was a godly leader who wanted Israel to remember that God was their king and called them to faithfulness to Him. The people, on the other hand, wanted a king like the other nations had. Someone they could look to as their leader. Someone who would lead them in battle. God gave them the desire of their heart and set up Saul as the first king of Israel. Saul was timid leader who had times of success and spiritual leadership along with times of fear and spiritual failure. His failure reaches a climax in 1 Samuel 15 when God tells him that his legacy would not endure on the throne and that another would take his place. From that point on, a new king comes on the scene--a young man by the name of David. Pastor Eric has created a Bible study guide that will parallel The King sermon series. ...
Financial giving is part of our worship to God. It is an expression of our gratitude to God for his gracious provision in our lives. It’s also a recognition that all we have truly belongs to God....
David writes a Spoken Word about the name El Roi...
In addition to providing the ultimate gift of salvation through Jesus, our God also meets us in our times of emotional, relational, and tangible need. Listen to Jehovah Jireh's Provision for Tito and Maribel: ...
Listen to the way the name of Yahweh fired up the faith of Lazerrick and Lynnette Franklin....
Oh LORD God, I come to you with weak faith but not blind faith. You are the God who has provided parted seas, demolished walls, healing for the sick, life to the dead, and food for the sparrows. I believe you can also take care of me because you are Jehovah Jireh, the LORD who provides......
Oh LORD, in the midst of the battles I am facing today, I lift my hands to you. I believe that you are Jehovah Nissi, my banner of victory on life’s battlefields... ...
How God's name Jehovah Nissi brought comfort to the Molina's...
It was about 60 degrees on Sunday, October 6, 2013. The sun shone brightly over us, as the Son shone brightly among us. Here we are, 5 years later, still on the mission God called us to, and still experiencing God's goodness over his church. Each year we will celebrate God's faithfulness, from 5 until forever because God is El Olam, the Everlasting God! ...
Men, mark your calendars for September 7-9 to be in Lake Geneva, WI for the Men's retreat. We'll be encouraged, refined, and challenged as we live out God's calling over our lives as men. We refuse to be kept down by fear and failure even in the midst of defeat. At The Comeback, we'll learn to find our strength in God and lock arms as men to advance God's agenda in our homes, community, city, and world. ...
God, you are everlasting and your reign is timeless. You are Yahweh, the self-existent God of the universe. And just as the fire in the bush didn't need the bush to continue burning, you need nothing to sustain you. You are constant, never having to improve or grow because you are the I AM. I humbly come before you calling upon your name. Thank you for coming down to my level to rescue me through Jesus. Thank you that I belong to you. Help me to be mastered by nothing but you alone. Amen....
As a parent, you are the number one influence on your children in every area of their life. For many busy parents and stepparents, it is common to treat raising children and practicing your own faith as two separate parts of life, yet they can be beautifully intertwined....
At The Brook we want to call a remnant of men to rise up to the kind of biblical manhood that infuses men with a God-glorifying and Gospel-informed purpose that will rock the lives of youth, single men, and married men. ...
At The Brook, the word WATER functions as an acronym that expresses what we want to be about....
Who should I date? What are qualities I should look for in a spouse? How do I protect my heart and yet feel the passions that I feel? How do I rekindle love, resolve conflict, and communicate better?...
Praying the Names of God: Pastor Eric Rivera and Pastor Jeremy Barahona talk with Joshua Su and Joshua Phillips about the Prayer-Writing process for the AKA names of God series....
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"God You alone are worthy of every and all praise! You are worthy because you are the creator, sustainer, and redeemer of my life. Before I was formed and alive, you were. You desire honor and glory for your namesake. Lord I confess that there are times that I have cheated our covenant relationship, turning to idols and I’ve messed up. My eyes and ears have been veiled b...
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Listen to the entire AKA "Names of God" message series Watch/Read Blog Posts and Prayers from the series....
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Lorne and Cynthia share an encouragement from the "AKA: The Invincible Names of God" series....
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Keep Reading Oh LORD God, I come to you with weak faith but not blind faith. You are the God who has provided parted seas, demolished walls, healing for the sick, life to the dead, and food for the sparrows. I believe you can also take care of me because you are Jehovah Jireh, the LORD who provides......
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God YOU are the LORD of Hosts. YOU are my refuge AND my strength. Though at times I feel like I might not make it through the day, I am glad that I can trust in you because you are always by my side. Though at times it feels like life has its way with me, I know I can pause and be still because you are God. When I look back from where I’ve come from, I know that I’m st...
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Father, There is so much injustice around me. I don’t know what to do about all the wickedness going on in the world let alone the ways people have hurt me and others in my life. But you are the LORD our Righteousness! You will judge all evil and punish the oppressors. So do not hesitate in bringing justice and repentance to the wicked, Lord. Heal what is broken, and pun...
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Heavenly Father, I’ve tasted your goodness and I’ve tasted the bitterness of life. If I’m honest though, many times the sufferings I face overcome me and blind me to the wonderful ways you’ve worked in my life. Sometimes I’m so knee deep in my trouble, my insecurities, and the tragedies that I have no control over that it feels like you’ve forgotten about me. R...
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Although uncertainties surround Erikah's health, find out why she finds so much comfort in the name Jehovah Rapha....
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"Lord You are El Olam. You were before the beginning and continue to be, even when the end comes. All power and authority are in Your hand. God, I admit that there are many times when I question if You are really there and why You have disregarded me even while I’ve been faithful to You......
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Father, you are the God who sees. There is no joyful moment or painful reality that isn’t under your gaze. Thank you that when you see, you care. Thank you that where your caring eyes look upon suffering, you will not hesitate to act and heal......
Keep Reading Oh LORD, in the midst of the battles I am facing today, I lift my hands to you. I believe that you are Jehovah Nissi, my banner of victory on life’s battlefields... ...
Keep Reading God, you are everlasting and your reign is timeless. You are Yahweh, the self-existent God of the universe. And just as the fire in the bush didn't need the bush to continue burning, you need nothing to sustain you. You are constant, never having to improve or grow because you are the I AM. I humbly come before you calling upon your name. Thank you for coming down to my le...
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