THE HEART OF THE KING1 Samuel 16:1-13Pastor Alan DionsonAugust 11, 2024
David…his significance and his story.
A. GOD’S WILL IS ALWAYS AHEAD IN OUR CIRCUMSTANCES
1. God’s plan is thwarted by human actions (v. 1a)
2. God’s plan will triumph over any circumstance (v. 1b)
B. GOD’S WILL REQUIRES ACTION
1. God understands our fear (v. 2-3)
2. God wants us to step out in faith (v. 4-5)
C. GOD’S WILL GOES BEYOND APPEARANCE
1. We should avoid relying on purely human responses (v. 6-10)
2. We need to seek divine wisdom all the time (v. 11-12)
D. GOD’S WILL RESULTS IN HIS ANOINTING
1. God’s anointing brings favor (v. 13a)
2. God’s anointing brings enablement (v. 13b)
Conclusion
My response:
1. Receive God’s unwavering love and the assurance that He forgives our sins, allowing us to move forward in His grace.
2. Ask for God’s guidance in discerning His will and the courage to follow Him, regardless of outward appearance.
