Real Life with Jack Hibbs

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need to be daring to love the Lord and be daring to obey Him. Our future is in His hands, and to be bold is to be daring about what's coming next no matter what.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that Christians who are daring through the weaknesses in their life, are those who are strong, and know their God, and will do great things for His namesake.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that to be daring, is to have a sufficient amount of courage to meet a challenge. Daring can mean the difference between living in defeat by not doing what God calls you to do, and a completed challenge that He calls, “well done”.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, as Christ followers, it's good to be encouraged when we are dealing with spiritual threats. But, there is a danger in needing constant approval from others. If we're putting God first, fear dissipates, and our focus on the security of possessions vanishes.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as we get stronger in the Lord, and are advancing spiritually, we will face resistance. The enemy waits for opportunities to derail our faith, but the danger is not being ready for it.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the disciple of Christ loves the Lord and make Him their supreme pursuit in life. If our love for Him is first and passionate, it will enable us to love, care and provide for others, even if it costs, and even in the face of hardships.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that the personal discipline of the disciple starts by remembering our sinful state, and our need for our Savior. Our sins, in the magnitude of the Lord's sacrifice, creates within us a humble gratitude, and an unwavering loyalty.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, as disciples, we're devoted followers of Christ, denying ourselves, even our pursuits, by putting Him first in all that we do. And, as we're united in our journey with the Lord, we're committed to His Word, and faithful in prayer.

Today, in this final segment of First Samuel, Pastor Jack teaches that God is our defense, and, like David, we need to let God be God. It's His desire to lead us into victory. We just have to allow Him to lead the fight against our spiritual and moral challenges.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that King Saul could never see what God had for him. He never asked God for wisdom. He never consulted God on how to move forward and failed to see the importance of the people in his life.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that David trusted God while Saul went full steam ahead without God, and his entire army paid the price. In moments of crisis, if we don't follow God, the results can be tragic.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that David, once again, walked in the Lord's likeness, mercy and grace. After a terrible time of discouragement and loss, he makes a comeback, and God restores all that was taken away from him, and so much more.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, when David drifts from God, it reminds us that we, too, can drift away, out of exhaustion and fear. But, like David, we can both strengthen and encourage ourselves knowing that God isn't done with us yet.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that David could have easily given up. But he finds that God is still there, even in his poor choices and failures. And, like David, a true comeback begins when we put God first through our faith and obedience.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that a lapse in faith often begins when we slowly stop seeking after the Lord and start managing our fears on our own. David pulled himself into the light of God's will, even in the midst of darkness. A profound way in which we need to live.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that poor choices often stem from fear and not faith. It can place us in difficult, even dangerous positions. God's grace, however, can still deliver, and redirect us. Still, it's better to not allow our faith to falter in the first place.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that David's situation shows us how even a man after God's own heart can make poor strategic and spiritual decisions when under pressure. But, despite David's misstep, God intervenes.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we worship the Lord, something awesome happens. We can sense His presence, and all other outside forces are pushed out of our hearts and minds. Worship is our way of honoring God for who He is, not just what He has done.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as Christ followers, we have the Holy Spirit inside of us. We can be oppressed by outside forces but not possessed by demonic spirits. God lives in us and gives us the power to overcome any demonic attack.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there are forces that are real, and yet do not come from God. This is why the Lord encourages us to stay grounded in Scripture and resist the temptation to seek answers outside of God's Word.

Today, Pastor Jack continues to teach that as Christ followers, we are essentially living between two worlds. We belong to God, but we live in a fallen world. This is why we must respond God's way, not through human power, but through obedience, integrity and trust.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that as Christ followers, we are essentially living between two worlds. We belong to God, but we live in a fallen world. This is why we must respond God's way, not through human power, but through obedience, integrity and trust.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that David's restraint to kill Saul when he secretly had the chance proves to us that true obedience to the Lord happens when no one is watching. Faith over personal vengeance produces lasting change, and victory over the flesh.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God's way often clashes with the world's way of doing things, and David understood that God alone was responsible for removing Saul. To accelerate God's plan will almost always lead to human error and sin.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that even though Saul's downfall was allowed by God, He did not delight in it. Amid all the chaos, Saul refused to repent, while David honored Saul's kingship. Overall, God was still in control, and His purpose over King Saul and David was still brought to pass.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that David may have made some bad choices, but overall, he chose to be led by the Holy Spirit, while Saul was led by his own emotional jealousy and fear.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that riches and influence are not a substitute for a heart aligned with God. Nabal was void of wisdom, and his foolishness was rooted in self, pride, and bitterness. But, true wisdom brings blessings, and it will be rewarded.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that handling the fool is not always about confrontation or judgment. The most effective way is with humility and restraint. Abigail didn't clash with her husband, but through gracious and humble actions she avoided a crisis.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that God has a way of exposing a fool. Nabal did not come to a place of repentance, and his sin enraged David. But, Nabal's wife intercedes for him, and her goodness was an example of God's own heart.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that fools will resist us, as believers, with insults and slander. David had been a blessing to Nabal, but Nabal tried to get the better of him, and David responded without, first, consulting with God.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we fail to embrace Godly examples, we, ourselves, are acting like fools. But, if we trust in the Lord with all of our hearts, and seek Him first, God promises to direct our paths.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that even though David was the one who was sinned against, he supported Saul by honoring him as God's anointed king. There was no evil in David's heart. An awesome response from a man after God's own heart.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that loving your enemies is consistent with God's character throughout scripture. David showed honor and mercy towards Saul, trusting that the Lord will have the final say.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when all human hope is gone, God's timing, and intervention, may surprise us. David trusted in God's plan, and his obedience led to blessing and protection in a time that seemed irrational and dangerous.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that we need God's wisdom to know when to fight and when to walk away. David was a fugitive with many enemies. But he fought when it was called for, and fled when it was time to escape King Saul.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that in times of stress, like David, we need God's wisdom, and consult with Him first. Appearances might look all wrong, but God reveals His wisdom in degrees so that we will continue to rely on His Word.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that sometimes God calls us to do something, even when it doesn't make sense. But, when we rely on God's guidance, we can trust in His wisdom.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that like David, God's Kingdom grows within us quietly, and oftentimes invisibly at first. Humble beginnings are often God's way of working through our fear and insecurity to form a more Godly outcome based on security and trust.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that life can deliver crushing blows. Anxiety, and distress can make us feel dejected, even lonely. But, in our discontent, if we choose to trust God, it will build confidence, knowing that He is building His kingdom inside of us, starting with our hearts.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that there is a striking difference between sin, and demonic power, and God's kingdom of faith, sacrifice, and divine justice. So, Christians are called to recognize God's purposes, and that way, we're able to identify with David's kingdom.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that it's tragic when David's faith fails. But, a crisis can lead to growth, and redirect us into a deeper dependence on God.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that even when David's faith is weak, God still provides. David gets the consecrated bread, and the sword of Goliath which tells us that God doesn't leave us empty handed when we're struggling.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that when we have a breakdown in faith, it doesn't mean that God has withdrawn from us. God is still at work, as He is in David's life, even in our weakest moments.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that David, through Jonathan's help and guidance is not just thinking of his own survival. That God's covenant still stands for David as future king of Israel, and to live beyond his current circumstances with a sense of purpose.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that just as God worked in the life of David, our own personal story fits into something greater than ourselves. Our lives are meant to point beyond our immediate concerns, to God's bigger plan.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that, when it comes to faith, we need to look inward. Are we running from God, or running with God trusting His protection and plan? God doesn't abandon His people in the wilderness. Instead, He is working on our faith to be more effective, refined and powerful.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that periods of a fugitive life are not meaningless, but redefines our commitment to God's purposes. Even though David was being hunted, he did not abandon the call on his life as the future King of Israel.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that David's fugitive faith is in God's hands. A time of trusting God even when circumstances feel hostile or threatening. David's flight isn't just a physical one, but spiritual as well. This shows us that we must rely on God, especially in times of trouble.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that a Godly heart will be approachable. David was a man who enjoyed being himself among the people. There was no hypocrisy in him, having a sound mind, he was mindful of the things of God, and His power.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that David had both enemies and friends. It was a matter of the soul that Jonathan and David had a deep fellowship with one another, and made a covenant founded on love, and in their love for God.

Today, Pastor Jack teaches that relationships are not just a matter of the soul, but are an issue of the heart. Jonathan pledges loyalty to David, even though his father Saul is becoming increasingly hostile towards David.