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Stress… it's something we all experience… whether it's due to job frustrations, problems at home, or even financial pressure that's weighing on you. Today on Abounding Grace we find David under a great deal of pressure and stress as his very own life is being threatened. Through his experience, described in First Samuel 20, we'll be encouraged to come back to the Rock that shows the way. And God will give us direction just when we need it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Imagine having someone hot on your heels, trying to kill you. And they have a great deal power and backing too! That's the place we find David, the future King of Israel, today on Abounding Grace. Talk about a stressful experience! And though our situations in life, might not reach that level, we still experience pressure and stress. Pastor Ed Taylor has some words of wisdom from First Samuel chapter 20 to share with us today, that we can apply to those stressful periods of life! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

I think most of us can look back on our lives and see the protective hand of God? Perhaps it was on the roadway, or maybe on the operating table? Whether we see it or not, God protects His children and restrains evil. We'll see a good example of that today on Abounding Grace as we open First Samuel chapter nineteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

How do you respond when you see something great happen to someone you know? Let's say you're passed over for a promotion at work, and your coworker receives it instead? It's about that time that jealousy so often invades our heart! Today on Abounding Grace we'll notice Saul's jealousy and anger, and it's not a pretty sight. It actually provoked him to want to kill David! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Pastor Ed Taylor is in the middle of his series, “Be the Church.” A study in Acts. In chapter three Peter is sharing the gospel, and he tells his audience to repent and be converted. Pastor Ed will take some time today to talk about repentance. The Bible has a lot to say about it, but not everyone really understands what it's all about. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

You can be sure, both inside and outside the church, we'll have an occasional spear thrown in our direction. It may be in the form of a false accusation, an unkind word, or someone stabbing you in the back! But what's the right response, should that happen to you? Today on Abounding Grace we'll see what that is, as Saul throws a spear in David's direction. David handled it extremely well. It will serve to help us deal with hurt in a Christ-like fashion. Pastor Ed Taylor is in First Samuel chapter eighteen starting with verse fifteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Pastor Ed is about to continue his verse by verse study in the book of 1st Samuel and we'll consider the value of godly friends. If asked to name one of the all time great friendships in the Bible, what names come to mind? I'd venture to say many of you would say Jonathan and David, and rightly so. Let's take a closer look at these friends in 1 Samuel chapter eighteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Maybe you're one of the many who are attracted to those of the same sex, and wonder if you were born this way. Is it a sin to get involved in a homosexual relationship? The world will tell you it's fine and perfectly acceptable. Today on Abounding Grace we'll take you to the Word for answers. After all, the Bible should guide our lives and behavior, not the culture. We realize this is a very sensitive issue for many, and our intention is not to beat you over the head with the Bible, but rather lovingly explain what God has to say and help you in whatever way we can. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

As we continue through First Samuel, we're going to pause to address a very relevant issue, springing from First Samuel 18. Some have looked at David and Jonathan's relationship and drawn the conclusion that they were homosexuals. And thus God approves of it. But is that a fair and accurate rendering of the text? Today pastor Ed Taylor will set the record straight. Not based on his own feelings on the matter, or the cultural norms, but rather on the authoritative Word of God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

When you're faced with a spiritual battle, you can go in one of two directions. You can try to fight it in your own strength, or rely on the strength and sufficiency of God realizing it's His battle not yours! Today on Abounding Grace we'll learn a valuable lesson from David's experience with a big Giant! He prevailed in the fight, not because of his might, but rather in realizing the battle belonged to the Lord. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

You preach a sermon that's well received and people are lined up to tell you how great it was, or you're involved in a ministry at church that's flourishing… do you take the credit for what's happened or give all the glory to God? When we've been greatly used by God, we want to be careful to give all the glory to the Lord just as Peter and John did in Acts three. Today on Abounding Grace we'll see that right after a mighty miracle there were people wanting to give the glory to the apostles. How did they handle this? And how should we handle that sort of thing? Let's find out. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

We take you to First Samuel chapter 17 today on Abounding Grace with pastor Ed Taylor! Maybe you're facing a trial or difficulty that resembles the Giant that David faced in this chapter of his life! Perhaps it's cancer, or a child that is rebelling, or a marriage that's disintegrating!What do you do? Pastor Ed will encourage us to look back at God's faithfulness, and it will bring courage and perspective when you need it most. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Here on today's broadcast, Pastor Ed Taylor will highlight the timeless story of David and Goliath which underscores the greatness and faithfulness of God, and the importance of keeping the right perspective. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

All of us have encountered difficulties that we've had to contend with, but when was the last time you went looking for trouble? No, I'm not talking about breaking the law, but rather making our presence known to a person or group of people who defy God or the things God loves. Today on Abounding Grace pastor Ed Taylor will take a look at the familiar story of David and Goliath. Pastor Ed will show us we all face giants in life, and while it can be a little scary, it's an opportunity to trust in God and lean on His strength. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Pastor Ed Taylor is currently developing his study of the Old Testament book of 1st Samuel, where we're drawing rich application for our lives. Today we'll return to a story probably familiar to most of you. When God was looking for the second king of Israel, a 16 year old shepherd boy caught His eye. Most in that day I'm sure thought this was a poor choice, but God saw a young man who was after His own heart. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

It doesn't take long for the Christian to come to the realization that God's plans for us don't always make sense. God works in ways that we often don't and won't understand, and when that takes place, we need to adjust our perspective, values, or timetable to fit His. Today on Abounding Grace pastor Ed Taylor will show us how to do that. We are traveling through 1st Samuel at the present time, and here today we'll be looking at chapter sixteen. It's here that the Lord anoints David to be King over Israel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Last time we observed the healing of the lame man at the beautiful gate. It was truly an amazing miracle. Which raises the question… who should get the glory for this? God or the human instrument that He uses? In light of all that's going on around us today, it's an important question for us to carefully consider, even in our own lives as we go about serving the Lord. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

In the Bible we have some wonderful examples on how to live and honor God, but there are also some examples on what not to do! And in the passage before us King Saul is trying to do things his own way, attempting to fight the flesh with the flesh. And that never goes well! Pastor Ed is going to take this opportunity to encourage us to do the right thing, the right way, with the right motive! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Pastor Ed Taylor will continue making his way through First Samuel. Perhaps, like the man we'll meet today, you're really not at a good place. The good news that we'll bring before you today is God specializes in turning a mess into a success… for His glory. He loves to give second chances. And King Saul is about to receive one, here in chapter fifteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

From great potential to great disaster! That in a nutshell is the story of King Saul, and very sadly it's a story that's been repeated through the ages. We hope and pray today's message from pastor Ed Taylor will encourage you in a much different direction… and that is a life that is lived for the glory of God, rather than the flesh. We're watching the downfall of a man and King as we open 1st Samuel chapter fourteen here on Abounding Grace. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Pastor Ed Taylor is teaching from the book of First Samuel right now. Find your place in chapter fourteen. Lately we've been observing the life of Saul, and it's not a pretty picture. And things go from bad to worse as we look at this chapter of his life. We could sum it up by describing him as a fleshly, carnal man! Not something you want to be known for, so let's see what we can learn from it. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Wouldn't you like to come to the end of your life, with no regrets? Where you wouldn't be saying, I should have or I wonder what could have been? Today on Abounding Grace we'll focus on four words that really describe King Saul's life: The Lord Would Have! Pastor Ed Taylor says that doesn't have to be your story if you'll learn from Saul's mistakes. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

We're in Acts chapter three once again. Some may view what we're about to study as an interruption, but could it be a divine appointment? You can be sure God is in control of our lives, and leading us, just as He was for Peter and John at this particular time! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Don't you hate it when someone takes credit for something they really didn't do? Whether it's on the job, in the church, or in the home, it leaves a bad taste in our mouth. God doesn't look highly on that sort of behavior either, and today on Abounding Grace that's exactly what King Saul is about to do. We've reached chapter thirteen in our verse by verse study of First Samuel. As Saul is about to take credit for something his son actually did, pastor Ed Taylor will encourage us to cultivate humility in our lives! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Today pastor Ed Taylor visits First Samuel chapter 12, and the flow of this chapter is confession, repentance and prayer! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Some think they can sin and get away with it and forget that sinners reap what they sow. Others believe they can't turn to the Lord because of their sin. But where else can they go? On today's broadcast we'll see God's people waiting twenty years before repenting! If we're wise we won't wait and waste the years God has given us! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Maybe you're in a difficult spot today, and wondering how you're gonna get out of it or make it through? Today on Abounding Grace we consider the marvelous truth that God still does the impossible! This is presented to us in a powerful way in First Samuel chapter 6. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Today we return to pastor Ed Taylor's series in Acts called, “Be the Church.” When you came to Christ, were you under the impression it would be easy peasy? It probably didn't take you long to realize it's full of warfare, trials, challenges and persecution! It requires commitment. And pastor Ed will seek to drive that home in today's message based in Acts chapter two. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

It's been well said that there must be conviction before there can be conversion. It's like the person who is seriously ill and if he doesn't believe he's is danger he won't accept the diagnosis and take the necessary treatment. Spiritually speaking if the symptoms of our condition persist it's mercy designed to push us toward treatment and healing. Find your place in First Samuel chapter six as we bring you Abounding Grace. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

We have a tendency to pass the problem on to somebody else rather than deal with it ourselves. But God in His goodness has a way of bringing us to a place where we can no longer “Kick the can down the road.” We give you a case in point on today's Abounding Grace. When the Philistines had captured the Ark of the Covenant - God did something about it – and there are quite a few noteworthy lessons we don't want you to miss. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Pastor Ed Taylor is in the middle of a study in First Samuel and we'll join him in chapter five. At the end of First John, we read, “Dear children keep yourselves from idols.” That may seem like an odd way to end a letter, but no doubt the Lord wanted to emphasize the importance of steering clear of this sort of thing. Idolatry has been an issue through the ages, and certainly not just a thing of the past. And we'll be reminded today that God is above all of the fake gods. The Philistines needed to understand this, and we do too! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Maybe you've been through a crisis or tragedy in recent months. It can really hit us hard, and we might even wonder at such times, “Why would God do this!” But is it wise to blame God, when bad things happen or calamities occur? We'll wrestle through that question today on Abounding Grace as pastor Ed Taylor returns to his study of First Samuel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

From the earthquakes, devastating tornados, wildfires… we're all too familiar with calamity in this world. And at such times, you might be tempted to blame God, like the people we'll meet today through our study of First Samuel chapter four. But is God really to blame, and what should our response be when times get tough? We'll get some answers today on Abounding Grace! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

As believers in Christ we long to be apart of a healthy church, but that doesn't mean it will be perfect! We'll make mistakes. Today on Abounding Grace we continue pastor Ed Taylor's series in Acts. And right now in chapter two we're noticing a church that's Well is one that's worshipping, evangelistic, learning and loving! That's the pattern of the early church and one to follow. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

These are difficult days, there's no doubt about it. Evil is on the rise, and those that stand for the truth are often ridiculed.But in the midst of the mess, God has an important mission and calling for us. And today you'll be encouraged to embrace it with open arms, just like Samuel! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

If you take a good hard look at the state of our nation, you could easily be left discouraged. But as we'll see today, it's not unlike the nation Samuel grew up in! The Word of God was rare in those days, due to the rebellion and unbelief of the people. In the midst of it all Samuel received God's call for His life and experienced a fruitful ministry. The same can be said of us, if we're willing. Today on Abounding Grace we bring you the call of Samuel, found in First Samuel chapter three. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Just because your father is the pastor of a church, and you grew up in the church, and even now go to church… doesn't mean you're right with God. Today on Abounding Grace we're reminded of that as we go to First Samuel chapter 2. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Today on Abounding Grace we take a look at a touching, heart-felt prayer from Hannah. Her son is about to enter into a life of service to the Lord, and she's truly thankful not only for what God has done, but for what He's going to do in the future. You'll find it in First Samuel chapter 2, and it really is a fantastic and encouraging prayer to carefully consider. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Maybe you can look back on your life and an experience you went through that was really difficult. At the time, you couldn't see beyond the pain. But now, you see much clearer and notice that God accomplished something great through it all! That's a common experience for the believer, and today on Abounding Grace we'll see the crisis is God's tool to accomplish something great. He'll receive more of you, and you'll receive more of Him! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

We're in the midst of pastor Ed's new series in Acts. We're taking our time in chapter two, as it communicates so very much to us. In verses 40-47 we find four key ingredients that made the early church so strong and healthy. By the way, these are characteristics God wants to develop in the church today! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

If you're not experiencing one yourself, I'm sure you can think of someone who is facing a crisis. It's something we'll all go through. But today we'll see that crisis, can actually be God's tool to develop us into something beautiful. Much like a potter fashioning the clay. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Maybe you find yourself in a desperate place in life, as things have turned south in a hurry. That's the place we find Hannah, as we open First Samuel chapter one on Abounding Grace. She was barren and wanting a child. It was a tragedy for a woman in that day, and even can be for some still today! She was in a miserable place of desperation. And we'll see that this desperation in her life led to dedication! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

There are many wonderful people to learn about in God's word. Great men of faith and action that God used like David and the Apostle Paul. Men who gave their lives for the gospel like Steven. Today we'll again look at the life and times of a woman of God named Hannah. She had some serious trials in her life, not the least of which was her inability to have a child. Through her story we see that dedication came through desperation. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Today on Abounding Grace pastor Ed Taylor takes us to First Samuel. This story we're about to look at reveals that God uses imperfect people and situations. So if this is a difficult time for you, receive wonderful words of encouragement from First Samuel chapter one. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

God uses imperfect people and situations to accomplish His purposes and will, and that should be a great comfort to us. No matter our background, or what we may have done in the past, we can be used by God. And that's emphasized in the book of First Samuel. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Pastor Ed Taylor is in the midst of a series in Acts called, “Be the Church.” And right now we're discovering what a healthy church looks like. They're learning, loving, and as we'll see today… they're worshipping too! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

Today we put the finishing touches on our study in Galatians. You may recall when we started this series grace came shining through. And the apostle Paul will end this letter just as he started it, on the high note of grace. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

As we've studied Galatians these past few months we've seen this epistle is all about grace. So it's not surprising that the apostle Paul would end the letter on the note of grace. Today pastor Ed Taylor will point out some principles that we'd do well to learn, so we won't be ripped off by false teaching when it comes our way. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

The enemy wants us to lose heart, to the point we'll give up on what God has called us to do. It can even happen as we're doing good and helping others as we'll see today on Abounding Grace. Today pastor Ed Taylor takes us to Galatians 6:9 and points out several things that can bring weariness. One of them is, it can happen as we're waiting on the Lord. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

I'm sure we've all experienced it on the heels of some trial… we grow weary or even lose heart. But did you realize that can happen as we're doing good as well? Today on Abounding Grace pastor Ed Taylor draws our attention to nine things that can bring weariness. These are things to watch out for. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111

If someone were to describe you, and how you handle your finances, what do you suppose they'd say? Perhaps stingy or a hoarder? Or would they say that you're generous and giving? Today we'll see that sharing and giving is an important part of the Christian life. And when we don't it's actually a mockery to God. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/302/29?v=20251111