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→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes(00:00) The story of David and Goliath. The Hebrew and Greek versions of 1 Samuel 17 render different accounts of Goliath's height. An overview of Goliath's weapons and armor.(05:10) Goliath as a symbol of the unconquerable foes that we all face. David employs six strategies to defeat Goliath that can also be applied to our challenges.(13:53) The sword of Goliath as an article of kingship and evidence that God is with us.(16:25) King Saul is jealous of David and is obsessed with killing him.(26:32) Jonathan is a true friend to David, even though he has reason to be jealous of his success.(29:56) David continues his quest of goodness, yet Jonathan is not threatened.(32:26) David has opportunity to kill Saul, but doesn’t.(32:55) Nabal rebuffs David and refuses to give him food. Abigail acts as a peacemaker, thus saving Nabal's life.(36:11) King Saul consults with the Witch of Endor for revelation. He interacts with the ghost of Samuel, who has died. This experience with the spiritualist medium destroys hope.(39:31) The Philistine leaders send David away during their attack on Saul's forces. David goes to Ziklag and finds that his city has been sacked by the Amalekites and his family has been taken captive. David rescues all the people and shares the spoils of war.(41:58) The Philistines defeat Israel. King Saul and his sons are slain.(43:19) The rise of King David in 2 Samuel.(46:47) Uzzah is smitten for steadying the Ark.(51:03) David acts as both king and priest in his return to Jerusalem. He wears the ephod and offers sacrifice.(53:50) David obtains the threshing floor, where the Ark will rest. The threshing floor can be seen as the foundation stone, the heart of the Holy of Holies and a symbol of Jesus Christ as Savior of the world.(55:43) David desires to build a temple for the Lord. Nathan prophesies that the House of David will continue forever. This prophecy finds fulfillment in Jesus Christ.(1:02:13) David is not to build the temple, but his son Solomon will built it. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 376 | 1 Samuel 17-31, 2 Samuel 1-7, Come Follow Me 2026 (June 15-21) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

Brother Mike Madsen traces the downfall of King Saul through 1 Samuel 20-26, contrasting his pride and jealousy with Jonathan's loyalty and Abigail' s Christlike intercessions, and the hard, personal work of forgiving and laying down a vengeful heart.FREE PDF DOWNLOADS OF followHIM QUOTE BOOKSNew Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastNTBookOld Testament: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastOTBookBook of Mormon: https://tinyurl.com/PodcastBMBook WEEKLY NEWSLETTERhttps://tinyurl.com/followHIMnewsletter SOCIAL MEDIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followHIMpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastTIMECODE0:00 - Part 2 - Brother Michael Madsen1:37 Alma 29 and the abundance vs scarcity mentality3:16 Saul consumed by “I” disease4:57 David at Nob5;42 David flees to Gath, then to caves6:33 Doeg the Edomite and the slaughter of 85 priests8:04 D&C 121–power, the priesthood, and unrighteous dominion9:01 “What makes you think you're not in a similar spot now?”10:39 Tending your own small kingdom13:19 Why do you want to be with the Savior?14:59 Two kings, three temptations, and one prevailed15:24 Looking for Christ in everything and 1 Sam. 2316:33 Abiathar, the ephod, David spares Saul20:52 Samuel dies and Nabal's request22:44 David's weakness and marching to take revenge23:57 Abigail intercedes26:52 Sister Yee: ‘Abigail as type of Jesus Christ”28:53 Nabal's death29:13 Sister Yee's “Beauty for Ashes”32:28 Was David traumatized and receiving counsel35:52 The boy caught in the cog37:22 “Take all you'd like,” and the heart that changed in a cornfield38:11 President Oaks held at gunpoint43:00 President Nelson: “He is coming, get the youth ready”46:53 End of Part 2 - Brother Mike MadsenThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish TranscriptsAmelia Kabwika: Portuguese TranscriptsHeather Barlow: Communications DirectorSydney Smith: Social Media, Graphic Design "Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com

Grace Under Pressure | 1 Samuel 25-26This week, Pastor Jim walks us through 1 Samuel 25-26 in a message titled Grace Under Pressure, where David has the opportunity to take revenge on Nabal, but Abigail, Nabal's wife, intervenes. Rather than taking matters into his own hands, David takes the wise counsel of Abigail and spares Nabal. In these passages, we see that we don't have to take matters into our own hands when we trust God's timing. Text: 1 Samuel 25-26Recorded: May 31, 2026

The Battle of Gibeon 12Abner the son of Ner, and the servants of Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, went out from Mahanaim to Gibeon.13And Joab the son of Zeruiah and the servants of David went out and met them at the pool of Gibeon. And they sat down, the one on the one side of the pool, and the other on the other side of the pool. 14And Abner said to Joab, Let the young men arise and compete before us. And Joab said, Let them arise. 15Then they arose and passed over by number, twelve for Benjamin and Ish-bosheth the son of Saul, and twelve of the servants of David. 16And each caught his opponent by the head and thrust his sword in his opponent's side, so they fell down together. Therefore that place was called Helkath-hazzurim, which is at Gibeon. 17And the battle was very fierce that day. And Abner and the men of Israel were beaten before the servants of David. 18And the three sons of Zeruiah were there, Joab, Abishai, and Asahel. Now Asahel was as swift of foot as a wild gazelle. 19And Asahel pursued Abner, and as he went, he turned neither to the right hand nor to the left from following Abner. 20Then Abner looked behind him and said, Is it you, Asahel? And he answered, It is I.21Abner said to him, Turn aside to your right hand or to your left, and seize one of the young men and take his spoil. But Asahel would not turn aside from following him. 22And Abner said again to Asahel, Turn aside from following me. Why should I strike you to the ground? How then could I lift up my face to your brother Joab?23But he refused to turn aside. Therefore Abner struck him in the stomach with the butt of his spear, so that the spear came out at his back. And he fell there and died where he was. And all who came to the place where Asahel had fallen and died, stood still. 24But Joab and Abishai pursued Abner. And as the sun was going down they came to the hill of Ammah, which lies before Giah on the way to the wilderness of Gibeon.25And the people of Benjamin gathered themselves together behind Abner and became one group and took their stand on the top of a hill. 26Then Abner called to Joab, Shall the sword devour forever? Do you not know that the end will be bitter? How long will it be before you tell your people to turn from the pursuit of their brothers? 27And Joab said, As God lives, if you had not spoken, surely the men would not have given up the pursuit of their brothers until the morning. 28So Joab blew the trumpet, and all the men stopped and pursued Israel no more, nor did they fight anymore. 29And Abner and his men went all that night through the Arabah. They crossed the Jordan, and marching the whole morning, they came to Mahanaim. 30Joab returned from the pursuit of Abner. And when he had gathered all the people together, there were missing from David's servants nineteen men besides Asahel.31But the servants of David had struck down of Benjamin 360 of Abner's men. 32And they took up Asahel and buried him in the tomb of his father, which was at Bethlehem. And Joab and his men marched all night, and the day broke upon them at Hebron. Abner Joins David 3There was a long war between the house of Saul and the house of David. And David grew stronger and stronger, while the house of Saul became weaker and weaker. 2And sons were born to David at Hebron: his firstborn was Amnon, of Ahinoam of Jezreel; 3and his second, Chileab, of Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel; and the third, Absalom the son of Maacah the daughter of Talmai king of Geshur; 4and the fourth, Adonijah the son of Haggith; and the fifth, Shephatiah the son of Abital;5and the sixth, Ithream, of Eglah, David's wife. These were born to David in Hebron. 6While there was war between the house of Saul and the house of David, Abner was making himself strong in the house of Saul. 7Now Saul had a concubine whose name was Rizpah, the daughter of Aiah. And Ish-bosheth said to Abner, Why have you gone in to my father's concubine? 8Then Abner was very angry over the words of Ish-bosheth and said, Am I a dog's head of Judah? To this day I keep showing steadfast love to the house of Saul your father, to his brothers, and to his friends, and have not given you into the hand of David. And yet you charge me today with a fault concerning a woman. 9God do so to Abner and more also, if I do not accomplish for David what the Lord has sworn to him,10to transfer the kingdom from the house of Saul and set up the throne of David over Israel and over Judah, from Dan to Beersheba. 11And Ish-bosheth could not answer Abner another word, because he feared him. 12And Abner sent messengers to David on his behalf,saying, To whom does the land belong? Make your covenant with me, and behold, my hand shall be with you to bring over all Israel to you. 13And he said, Good; I will make a covenant with you. But one thing I require of you; that is, you shall not see my face unless you first bring Michal, Saul's daughter, when you come to see my face. 14Then David sent messengers to Ish-bosheth, Saul's son, saying, Give me my wife Michal, for whom I paid the bridal price of a hundred foreskins of the Philistines. 15And Ish-bosheth sent and took her from her husband Paltiel the son of Laish. 16But her husband went with her, weeping after her all the way to Bahurim. Then Abner said to him, Go, return. And he returned. 17And Abner conferred with the elders of Israel, saying, For some time past you have been seeking David as king over you. 18Now then bring it about, for the Lordhas promised David, saying, By the hand of my servant David I will save my people Israel from the hand of the Philistines, and from the hand of all their enemies.19Abner also spoke to Benjamin. And then Abner went to tell David at Hebron all that Israel and the whole house of Benjamin thought good to do. 20When Abner came with twenty men to David at Hebron, David made a feast for Abner and the men who were with him. 21And Abner said to David, I will arise and go and will gather all Israel to my lord the king, that they may make a covenant with you, and that you may reign over all that your heart desires. So David sent Abner away, and he went in peace. 22Just then the servants of David arrived with Joab from a raid, bringing much spoil with them. But Abner was not with David at Hebron, for he had sent him away, and he had gone in peace. 23When Joab and all the army that was with him came, it was told Joab, Abner the son of Ner came to the king, and he has let him go, and he has gone in peace. 24Then Joab went to the king and said, What have you done? Behold, Abner came to you. Why is it that you have sent him away, so that he is gone?25You know that Abner the son of Ner came to deceive you and to know your going out and your coming in, and to know all that you are doing. Joab Murders Abner 26When Joab came out from David's presence, he sent messengers after Abner, and they brought him back from the cistern of Sirah. But David did not know about it. 27And when Abner returned to Hebron, Joab took him aside into the midst of the gate to speak with him privately, and there he struck him in the stomach, so that he died, for the blood of Asahel his brother.28Afterward, when David heard of it, he said, I and my kingdom are forever guiltless before the Lord for the blood of Abner the son of Ner. 29May it fall upon the head of Joab and upon all his father's house, and may the house of Joab never be without one who has a discharge or who is leprous or who holds a spindle or who falls by the sword or who lacks bread! 30So Joab and Abishai his brother killed Abner, because he had put their brother Asahel to death in the battle at Gibeon. David Mourns Abner 31Then David said to Joab and to all the people who were with him, Tear your clothes and put on sackcloth and mourn before Abner. And King David followed the bier. 32They buried Abner at Hebron. And the king lifted up his voice and wept at the grave of Abner, and all the people wept. 33And the king lamented for Abner, saying, Should Abner die as a fool dies?34Your hands were not bound;your feet were not fettered;as one falls before the wickedyou have fallen. And all the people wept again over him. 35Then all the people came to persuade David to eat bread while it was yet day. But David swore, saying, God do so to me and more also, if I taste bread or anything else till the sun goes down! 36And all the people took notice of it, and it pleased them, as everything that the king did pleased all the people. 37So all the people and all Israel understood that day that it had not been the king's will to put to death Abner the son of Ner. 38And the king said to his servants, Do you not know that a prince and a great man has fallen this day in Israel? 39And I was gentle today, though anointed king. These men, the sons of Zeruiah, are more severe than I. The Lord repay the evildoer according to his wickedness!

Pasamos los días tomando decisiones, pero ¿sabes realmente qué o quién las está guiando? En este episodio, seremos confrontados a través del Salmo 86 y los relatos de 1 Samuel 24 y 25. Analizando las actitudes de Saúl, el enojo de David, la necedad de Nabal y el extraordinario buen juicio de Abigail, descubriremos los riesgos de dirigir nuestra vida bajo el filtro de las malas experiencias, los impulsos o las voces equivocadas. Aprende a decidir a través de tres pilares infalibles:• Creer en el amor y perdón absoluto del Padre.• Escudriñar la verdad eterna de las Escrituras.• Obedecer movidos por una relación genuina y un corazón quebrantado.Acompáñanos en este tiempo de reflexión y permite que el Espíritu Santo sople calma en medio de tu ventarrón para llevarte a puerto seguro.¡Dale play y comparte este mensaje con alguien que necesite dirección hoy!

At every turn, it seems that Saul is hot on David's trail until, at long last, he unwittingly happens upon the cave where David is hiding. Saul doesn't realize, however, that David and his men are there. Saul ventures away from his troops and enters the cave to relieve himself. David takes advantage of this opportunity, but not in the way you might expect from someone who is being hunted down by the ruler of a kingdom. Later, David is snubbed by Nabal, a wealthy businessman, angering David greatly. As he approaches with his men to kill Nabal, Nabal's wife Abigail intervenes with a peace offering. When he learns of her charity the next morning, his heart gives out and he dies on the spot. 1 Samuel 24 - 1:03 .  1 Samuel 25 - 5:46 .  Psalm 91 - 16:47 .  :::Christian Standard Bible translation.All music written and produced by John Burgess Ross.Co-produced by the Christian Standard Bible.facebook.com/commuterbibleinstagram.com/commuter_bibletwitter.com/CommuterPodpatreon.com/commuterbibleadmin@commuterbible.org

What's the difference between losing your cool and losing your soul? In this message from 1 Samuel 25, we walk through the story of Nabal, David, and Abigail to uncover the anatomy of a fool, the danger of revenge, and the grace of God that steps into our worst moments. Nabal had wealth, influence, and a godly family legacy, yet his heart was hardened by pride and selfishness. David, though a man after God's own heart, nearly let anger destroy his future. But Abigail becomes a picture of grace standing in the gap before destruction takes place. This episode challenges us to examine whether our lives are centered on “I” and “my” or surrendered to the great I AM—and reminds us that Jesus doesn't rip the barbs out of our hearts; He performs surgery.

David Anointed King of Judah 2After this David inquired of the Lord, Shall I go up into any of the cities of Judah? And the Lord said to him, Go up. David said, To which shall I go up? And he said, To Hebron. 2So David went up there, and his two wives also, Ahinoam of Jezreel and Abigail the widow of Nabal of Carmel. 3And David brought up his men who were with him, everyone with his household, and they lived in the towns of Hebron. 4And the men of Judah came, and there they anointed David king over the house of Judah. When they told David, It was the men of Jabesh-gilead who buried Saul,5David sent messengers to the men of Jabesh-gilead and said to them, May you be blessed by the Lord, because you showed this loyalty to Saul your lord and buried him. 6Now may the Lord show steadfast love and faithfulness to you. And I will do good to you because you have done this thing. 7Now therefore let your hands be strong, and be valiant, for Saul your lord is dead, and the house of Judah has anointed me king over them. Ish-bosheth Made King of Israel 8But Abner the son of Ner, commander of Saul's army, took Ish-bosheth the son of Saul and brought him over to Mahanaim, 9and he made him king over Gilead and the Ashurites and Jezreel and Ephraim and Benjamin and all Israel. 10Ish-bosheth, Saul's son, was forty years old when he began to reign over Israel, and he reigned two years. But the house of Judah followed David. 11And the time that David was king in Hebron over the house of Judah was seven years and six months.

Foolishness has a way of multiplying. Nabal spoke without wisdom, David reacted without restraint, and now 400 armed men are marching toward a disaster that didn't have to happen. But a different voice steps into the middle of it, composed, clear, and grounded in the reality of God in a way that neither Nabal nor David had managed to be. The contrast between these two voices runs straight through this passage and straight through our own lives. The question is, which one are we actually listening to? "Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.

Nabal is wealthy, self-important, and surrounded by people who depend on him. When David's men arrived with a respectful request, he dismisses them with contempt. In response, David straps on his sword, and 400 armed men begin marching toward a household that has no idea what it has just started. Most of us have said something we shouldn't have and felt the consequences close in before we could take it back. This passage is about the voices that lead us there and what it costs when we listen to the wrong one."Mighty Fortress" by Sovereign Grace Music, used with permission.

Main Idea: In tonight's teaching we'll look at how both David and Nabal were kept by making fatal decisions because of Abigail's wisdom and faith.Message Notes: http://bible.com/events/49611283

"What happens when even the righteous reach their breaking point?In this chapter, David—who showed remarkable restraint toward Saul—nearly falls into destructive anger against Nabal. This passage exposes the limits of even the godliest men and highlights our deep need for divine grace.Enter Abigail.Through her wisdom and intercession, she turns away David's wrath and prevents bloodshed. Her actions not only demonstrate God's restraining grace but also serve as a powerful type of Christ—the ultimate intercessor who turns away divine wrath on behalf of His people.We examine human weakness, the necessity of God's providential restraint, and the glory of Christ's ongoing priestly intercession.At the same time, the judgment of Nabal reminds us that God Himself will deal with His enemies, and nothing can prevent His chosen King from taking the throne.This passage is both a warning and a comfort—and ultimately a testimony to the reign of Christ.#1Samuel25 #Abigail #Intercession #ChristOurHighPriest #BiblicalTheology #GraceOfGod #Providence #ReformedPreaching"

Are you struggling to let go of anger when someone deeply offends you? Discover how releasing your desire for revenge can actually unlock your greatest blessings and protect your future. When we are wronged or disrespected, our natural reaction is to justify our anger, hold onto the offense, and seek revenge. However, two of the greatest tactics used against your future are offense and anger. When you are offended, your judgment becomes clouded, and you risk making decisions that can ruin the very future God is preparing for you. In this message, Elliott Warren shares a powerful truth: if you want to see good days and obtain a blessing, you must not repay evil for evil or insult for insult. Using the biblical story of David, Nabal, and Abigail, we learn how to pause in the face of disrespect, humble ourselves, and listen to wise counsel. By refusing to act out of spite, you invite God to handle the situation for you and protect you from the grief of unnecessary consequences. • 00:00:00 - Finding Peace in Difficult Situations • 00:08:20 - Your Season of Breakthrough is Coming • 00:13:57 - How Offense and Anger Distort Your Judgment • 00:22:06 - Why You Shouldn't Repay Evil for Evil • 00:32:00 - The Importance of Listening to Wise Counsel • 00:37:33 - Why Humility is the Key to Your Breakthrough • 00:46:53 - Recognizing When God is Trying to Correct You • 00:54:49 - Closing Prayer for Peace and Humility #overcominganger #letgoofoffense #findingpeace #sermon #ElliottWarren #faith #dealingwithdifficultpeople #Jesus #christianity #spiritualgrowth #humility #wisdom #christianliving #crossculturechurch #personalgrowth If this message helped you find peace today, please subscribe to our channel and share this video with someone who might need encouragement. Welcome to the official channel of Cross Culture Global, the digital-first media ministry of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We believe following Jesus isn't a Sunday tradition—it's a radical way of living in today's world. Our mission is to move beyond motivation to deliver profound biblical teaching with raw, real-life application. We dive deep into the complex and often "off-limits" topics that matter most. What you'll find here: Raw Truth: Deep biblical insights for a today's culture. Global Community: A virtual-first community reaching every corner of the earth. New Here? Learn more about us: crossculturechurch.com Give online: crossculturechurch.com/give Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5TKYUWdiK0N204bF6b4U4w Watch on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crosscultureglobal Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossCultureGlobal/ Sermones disponibles en español. / الخطب متوفرة بالعربية / हिंदी में उपदेश उपलब्ध / 提供中文讲道

Last week, we looked at the early life of David and his interaction with a foolish man named Nabal. At this early point in his life, David did not display a high level of maturity when he responded to Nabal's disrespectful remarks. Much has happened in David's life since that encounter—way too much to even…

Wednesday, 13 May 2026   When His disciples heard it, they were greatly astonished, saying, “Who then can be saved?” Matthew 19:25   “Having heard, now, the ‘disciples, His', they were outstruck, exceedingly, saying, ‘Who then, he can be saved?'” (CG)   In the previous verse, Jesus told the disciples about the difficulty of being saved, it being easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to be saved. Matthew next records, “Having heard, now, the ‘disciples, His', they were outstruck.”   They were completely floored at hearing Jesus' words. The prevailing sentiment was that being rich was God's blessing. They probably even thought of that based on the wording found in Moses' writings. Time and time again, Deuteronomy, for example, refers to the blessings that will come upon the people when they do right things, such as helping the widows and orphans, strangers and foreigners, etc.   The implication is that they are wealthy enough to do those things. In Deuteronomy 28:1-12, the promises of blessings are many and varied, but they all point to great prosperity. Hence, the assumption is that God is blessing a person when he is rich and prosperous. When the curses are pronounced, there is poverty, dearth, famine, etc.   Therefore, the people could look at the writings of Moses and the later prophets and, in this shallow way of viewing their state, assume that the wealthier a person was, the more “right” he must be with God. This thought is not limited to Israel. The thinking permeates the world in general. Because of this, it next says they were outstruck “exceedingly, saying, ‘Who then, he can be saved?'”   If God favors the wealthy and it is hard for them to be saved, how could anyone be saved? It seemed wholly contradictory to their thinking. This is because the nation and culture had viewed their interactions with the Lord based on a false premise. Wealth for the nation was a promised blessing when they were right with the Lord, even to “showers of blessings” and the “windows of heaven” pouring forth blessing.   However, individual wealth does not necessarily come through being a good person. Nabal, in 1 Samuel 25, was very wealthy, but he was a fool in the eyes of God and was expected to be remembered as such before the people. The people looked at wealth in only one way, failing to understand that it is what is inside a man that makes him right with God.   Life application: Jesus' words concerning the wealthy are based on where the wealthy person's priorities lie. It is generally true that poor people are much more willing to share the little they have than the wealthy. In fact, it is almost axiomatic that it is so.   Anyone who has ever had a paper route can tell you that the poorer people will usually tip every month and give a big bonus every Christmas. The rich houses almost never tip, and at Christmas, a teeny weeny tip, less than that of the poor people's monthly tip, may (may!) be forthcoming.   Studies have shown that the highest 2% of earners are in the highest bracket of shoplifters. Such people do not have hearts right with God. And yet, because of their wealth, everyone assumes they have been blessed by Him. Until we step back and consider what wealth truly means, we will always have a faulty view of what God's favor means.   Be sure to honor the Lord with your heart, regardless of your level of wealth. He is watching to see who is sold out to Him, not prosperity, wealth, possessions, etc. Take time to read 1 Samuel 25:2-39 today. Don't be like Nabal, what a fool! Have a heart for the Lord regardless of what your bank account says. This is what God is looking for.   Lord God, thank You that we don't need to be rich, wise, powerful, or politically connected to be right with You. All we need is trust in Jesus and a reliance on what He has already done. From there, we can live our lives for You in whatever way You set before us. Thank You for the promise of eternal blessing in Christ our Lord. Amen.

Mother's Day at Journey: Breaking the Cycle with Abigail's Wisdom In the message, Jeremy contrasts Jesus' “golden rule” with the instinct to repay harm, describing how “hurt people hurt people” and revenge spreads. Using 1 Samuel 25, he recounts David's overreaction to Nabal's insult and Abigail's intervention that prevents bloodshed, urging listeners to find and be “Abigails” who bring peace, break cycles, and become peacemakers.00:00 Mothers Day Welcome00:14 Lost Phone Notice00:54 Gutter Fundraiser Update02:39 Podcasts And Summer Plans03:13 Teacher Appreciation Thanks03:41 Ice Cream And Gift Cards06:02 Golden Rule And Revenge08:28 Hurt People Hurt People11:42 David The Fugitive Setup14:40 Nabal And Sheep Shearing17:04 David Requests Supplies18:39 Nabals Insulting Reply19:07 Nabal Insults David20:15 David Mounts Up21:40 Revenge Justified24:22 Abigail Intervenes29:23 You Fight God Battles32:42 A Better Story34:42 Aftermath and Marriage35:26 Find an Abigail38:01 Be a Peacemaker40:02 Closing Prayer

What if the greatest leadership failure isn't making a wrong decision—but missing what God is doing right in front of you? In Episode #690, Leadership Lessons from Nabal and Abigail, we explore a powerful and often overlooked story from 1 Samuel 25 that reveals how leaders can either align with God's purposes—or unknowingly resist them. Set in the wilderness of Paran, this account contrasts two dramatically different responses to the same situation. Nabal, a wealthy and influential man, dismisses David despite clear evidence of his character and God's hand on his life. His response is not rooted in ignorance, but in pride and self-interest. He evaluates the situation through a narrow lens—asking only what benefits him—and in doing so, he completely misreads the moment. Abigail, on the other hand, demonstrates remarkable discernment. Without formal authority, she sees what Nabal cannot. She recognizes not only who David is, but who he is becoming. Acting quickly and wisely, she intervenes at a critical moment—preventing unnecessary bloodshed and protecting David's future as Israel's king. This episode also highlights a defining moment for David himself. In the face of Nabal's insult, David nearly makes a costly, emotion-driven decision. Abigail's intervention becomes an instrument of God's restraint, reminding us that even strong leaders need wise voices to help them stay aligned with God's calling. Through this story, we uncover key leadership insights: Why pride blinds leaders to what truly matters How discernment enables leaders to see beyond the surface The danger of evaluating decisions based solely on self-interest Why slowing down in moments of tension can prevent long-term consequences How alignment with God's purposes matters more than short-term success Nabal's story ends in tragedy—not simply because of his actions, but because of his blindness. He stood at the edge of God's unfolding plan and failed to recognize it. That same risk exists for leaders today. This episode invites you to reflect on your own leadership: Are you responding like Nabal—focused on your own perspective? Or like Abigail—discerning God's hand at work and aligning yourself with it? Because the greatest danger in leadership is not failure. It is misalignment with God.

Join us today on Mother's Day as Pastor Brian focuses on "Beauty and the Beast" while giving us four points on Nabal's folly and three on Abigail's Beauty. Key Passage: 1 Samuel 25 May 10th, 2026

Are you feeling trapped in a difficult situation, a hard marriage, or a season that feels entirely hopeless? Discover how to draw near to God and find the divine wisdom you need to overcome your hardest battles. In this powerful message, Elliott Warren dives into the life of Abigail from First Samuel 25. Abigail was a discerning and wise woman trapped in a miserable marriage to a harsh, badly behaved man named Nabal. Yet, instead of becoming bitter because of her marriage, she drew near to God. Her story reveals that God can take the very circumstances causing you pain and use them to forge deep character and incredible wisdom in your life.  If you've ever asked, "How did I get here?" or wondered if God can still use you, this sermon offers profound hope. Learn why it's crucial to seek God for insight instead of yielding to anger, which can cause you to make decisions you will regret. Be encouraged that God has not forgotten you, and He knows how to pull you out of obscurity to be a leader who changes the narrative of your family's future.  00:00 - Welcome & Introduction  00:05:50 - The Untold Story of David's Sons  00:10:22 - Introducing Abigail: A Woman of Insight and Wisdom  00:13:04 - How to Ask God for Insight and Understanding  00:24:54 - Nabal and Abigail: Surviving a Difficult Marriage  00:32:00 - Choosing Faith Over Bitterness in Hard Seasons  00:38:07 - Why Beauty and Wealth Aren't Enough  00:48:20 - The Danger of Yielding to Sudden Anger  0:54:36 - Stepping Up: Abigail's Gift of Leadership #sermon #church #faith #Jesus #overcomingadversity #findingpurpose #godlywisdom #christianmarriage #marriagetips #hopeindarkness #spiritualgrowth #biblestudy #abigailmarston  If this message encouraged you today, please hit the Subscribe button to stay updated with our latest videos! Share this sermon with a friend or family member who might need a reminder that God can turn their hardest battles into a testimony. Welcome to the official channel of Cross Culture Global, the digital-first media ministry of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We believe following Jesus isn't a Sunday tradition—it's a radical way of living in today's world. Our mission is to move beyond motivation to deliver profound biblical teaching with raw, real-life application. We dive deep into the complex and often "off-limits" topics that matter most. What you'll find here: Raw Truth: Deep biblical insights for a today's culture. Global Community: A virtual-first community reaching every corner of the earth. New Here? Learn more about us: crossculturechurch.com  Give online: crossculturechurch.com/give  Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5TKYUWdiK0N204bF6b4U4w Watch on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crosscultureglobal Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossCultureGlobal/ Sermones disponibles en español. / الخطب متوفرة بالعربية / हिंदी में उपदेश उपलब्ध / 提供中文讲道

In this Bible Story, Samuel passes away and David marries Abigail. David's community of outcasts and vagabonds continued to grow and thrive under his leadership.This story is inspired by 1 Samuel 25. Go to BibleinaYear.com and learn the Bible in a Year.Today's Bible verse is 1 Samuel 25:39 from the King James Version.Episode 91: While David was in the wilderness near Carmel he met a group of sheep shearers belonging to a rich man named Nabal. David took care of the men and when it came time for them to return, he sent messengers to ask Nabal if he would give them food in return for taking care of his men. Nabal, however, was arrogant and cantankerous, refusing the men David sent, answering them harshly. Luckily, Nabal's wife Abigail intercepted and interceded on behalf of her husband, restraining David from killing Nabal in his wrath.Hear the Bible come to life as Pastor Jack Graham leads you through the official BibleinaYear.com podcast. This Biblical Audio Experience will help you master wisdom from the world's greatest book. In each episode, you will learn to apply Biblical principles to everyday life. Now understanding the Bible is easier than ever before; enjoy a cinematic audio experience full of inspirational storytelling, orchestral music, and profound commentary from world-renowned Pastor Jack Graham.Also, you can download the Pray.com app for more Christian content, including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Visit JackGraham.org for more resources on how to tap into God's power for successful Christian living.Pray.com is the digital destination of faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.Executive Producers: Steve Gatena & Max BardProducer: Ben GammonHosted by: Pastor Jack GrahamMusic by: Andrew Morgan SmithBible Story narration by: Todd Haberkorn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Samuel 25: Vivamos a la luz del mañana” El texto enseña el contraste entre vivir impulsivamente para el presente o con sabiduría pensando en el futuro. A través de la historia de David, Nabal y Abigail en Primer libro de Samuel, se muestra cómo las decisiones apresuradas pueden traer consecuencias duraderas. Nabal representa al necio: egoísta, orgulloso y enfocado solo en el momento presente, ignorando relaciones y oportunidades de hacer el bien. David, aunque es un hombre de Dios, también cae momentáneamente en la trampa de la urgencia al reaccionar con ira y buscar venganza. Abigail, en cambio, encarna la sabiduría y la visión a largo plazo. Actúa con humildad, generosidad y discernimiento, evitando una tragedia. Su intervención no solo salva vidas, sino que también ayuda a David a recordar el propósito de Dios y a no manchar su futuro con decisiones impulsivas. La enseñanza central es que los necios viven para la gratificación inmediata, mientras que los fieles viven considerando el futuro y confiando en la justicia de Dios. Cada decisión diaria refleja esa elección. 3 preguntas para discutir ¿En qué áreas de tu vida te cuesta más resistir la “trampa de la urgencia” y pensar en el largo plazo? ¿Qué podemos aprender del papel de Abigail sobre cómo intervenir con sabiduría en conflictos? Cuando alguien te ofende o injusticia, ¿tiendes a reaccionar como David al inicio o a confiar en que Dios haga justicia?

We are studying First Samuel right now and today David encounters a foolish man named Nabal. Ironically, the name Nabal means, "Fool".   We will see how David deals with a fool, and how we should too.

This week we begin a 3-sermon miniseries if you will, about foolishness, wisdom, and how we should respond to both. We tend to think foolishness is obvious. It looks like bad decisions, reckless living, people who don’t know any better. But what if the most dangerous kind of foolishness… doesn’t look foolish at all? What if it looks successful? Respected? - Even… blessed? The truth is, you can believe in God, go to church, say all the right things… and still be a fool. That’s why the greatest danger in your life right now might not be what you’re doing wrong… but what you’re convinced is right. That’s what scripture defines as foolishness. It’s not ignorance, inexperience, or even human error. It’s deciding, for whatever reason, a part of, or all of God’s authority somehow doesn’t apply to you. Today we’re going to see just how dangerous this kind of foolishness is. Because even if you look very successful, if you’re holding on to foolishness, you could be standing one step away from destruction… without even knowing it.

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Sermon delivered on Sunday, March, 29th, 2026, at Serious Christian Church in Cape Town, UCT Branch, South Africa

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David's story in 1 Samuel 25 reveals how dangerous it can be when emotions drive our decisions. After being insulted by a wealthy man named Nabal, David's wounded pride nearly led him to commit mass murder. Fortunately, Nabal's wise wife Abigail intervened with godly wisdom, reminding David of his true identity, God's faithfulness, and the future regret he would carry. Her interruption saved David from a lifetime of consequences. This teaches us not to make permanent decisions based on temporary emotions and to listen to the wise voices God places in our lives.

Thursday, 26 March 2026   “What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them goes astray, does he not leave the ninety-nine and go to the mountains to seek the one that is straying? Matthew 18:12   “What, you, it seems? If it should become, to some man, a hundred sheep, and it should roam – one from them, not he left the ninety-nine upon the mountains, and having gone, he seeks the roaming?” (CG)   In the previous verse, Jesus noted that the Son of Man came to save that which was lost. He now provides a metaphorical example of this, beginning with, “What, you, it seems?”   Jesus will ponder a question based on His statement to elicit them to think through what it is like from God's perspective. In essence, “Here is a situation. What would you do about this matter?” It should be noted that Luke's gospel provides more surrounding detail. That is found in Luke 15:1-7. The audience is different in both, and so it is likely that this same basic parable was spoken at different times, something that would be expected in any ministry.   As for His question, He next says, “If it should become, to some man, a hundred sheep.” It is a nice round number, which reveals a man with some wealth, but understanding his abilities are best directed to this number. He is attentive to maintain the flock at this set size, maybe selling off anything that goes beyond it.   As for the number itself, it is a multiple of ten. Bullinger notes that the number signifies ordinal perfection. He says of it, “Completeness of order, marking the entire round of anything, is, therefore, the ever-present signification of the number ten. It implies that nothing is wanting; that the number and order are perfect; that the whole cycle is complete.”   As for this man with his one hundred sheep, Jesus next says, “and it should roam – one from them.”   As the man is carefully attentive to his flock, having one leave would mean there is a void in what he considers the proper amount of sheep to tend to. Remembering that they are “his sheep,” he determines to protect that which is his. Therefore, Jesus asks the disciples what they would do, but doing so already knowing what their answer will be, saying, “not he left the ninety-nine upon the mountains?”   This is the obvious thing such a meticulous shepherd would do. It should be observed that in Luke, it says he left them in the wilderness. Here, it is the mountains. In the Bible, a mountain represents a large amount of something gathered together. In typology, it is synonymous with a large but centralized group of people.   Jesus doesn't say he left the other sheep alone. To say he did would be an argument from silence. He could have had three sons or five servants with him. As for the number ninety-nine, nine signifies the conclusion of a matter. It is the number of finality or judgment. Eleven is the number that marks “disorder, disorganization, imperfection, and disintegration.”   So there is a finality resulting in disharmony if the one isn't found. Because of this, Jesus continues the question, “and having gone, he seeks the roaming?”   A new word is seen here, planaó, to roam or wander. It is a word cognate to the etymological root of our word planet. The reason for this is that, unlike stars, the planets appear to wander through the night sky, sometimes even going into retrograde. To the people, they were curious anomalies that demanded a different word than star to describe them.   The answer to the question would be obvious to the disciples. Here is a man with his perfectly precise flock. With one wandering off, there is disharmony. Jesus will continue His words to explain what He is referring to.   Life application: As noted, the text says nothing concerning who, if anyone, the ninety-nine were left with. And yet, it is common in teachings and sermons to have some thought not in Scripture added into the account, as if the one was more important than the ninety-nine because the others were left alone.   But that assumes too much. When David was tasked by his father to take supplies to his brothers, he left his flocks with a guarder to tend to them (1 Samuel 17:20). Nabal had many sheep, and he had men tending to them in 1 Samuel 25.   Remember that when you hear sermons, you should not make a new brain squiggle over what you hear unless you check what the pastor is referring to or think the matter through carefully. Once you hear something and assimilate it into your mind, that will normally become a settled matter in your thinking.   But settled matters that are incorrect will inevitably lead to more incorrect thinking. Step by step, your thinking will stray from what is intended. So be sure to check things out!   Lord God, how wonderful it is to search out Your word and find how much Your people really mean to You. For those who are Yours, we can see that You are willing to go to great lengths to bring us back to You. How blessed we are that because of Jesus, we are safely cared for. Thank You for Jesus, who has made this bond possible. Amen.  

Explore the biblical story of Abigail and Nabal in 1 Samuel 25-28. This episode of Bible Discovery delves into the wisdom and actions of Abigail, who intervenes to prevent violence between David and Nabal. Hosts Rod and Janice Hembree guide the discussion, offering insights into ancient Israel, the rejection of Saul as king, and the spiritual lessons from these passages.

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 injustice rather than seeking personal revenge. Walk humbly, remembering that God remains faithful even when we fall short.

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 and from avenging myself with my own hand." C — Called to Do Resist acting in anger. Receive correction with humility, listen to wise counsel, and choose righteousness instead of revenge.

This sermon explores the perilous encounter between David and the foolish, wealthy man Nabal, illustrating how a single act of ungenerous pride can provoke righteous anger and lead even a godly man toward sin. Centered on 1 Samuel 25, the message unfolds through three movements: the danger of living under a fool, the spiritual descent into becoming a fool oneself, and the deliverance brought by Abigail's wisdom, courage, and spiritual discernment. Abigail, a woman of deep biblical insight, intervenes with humility and grace, appealing to David not with accusation but with prophetic foresight, redirecting his vengeance toward God's justice. Her actions—bold, sacrificial, and Christ-like—prevent David from becoming like Saul, while God ultimately judges Nabal, demonstrating that divine justice prevails. The sermon concludes with a call to live under the gospel's transformative power, which makes believers brave, prevents them from becoming fools, and enables them to endure foolishness with grace, pointing ultimately to Christ as the true hero who bore the wrath of God on behalf of sinners.

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 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.

1 Samuel 25 A godly wife, a foolish husband, and a rash soldier overlap in a fascinating story found in 1 Samuel 25. Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores the story of Abigail and Nabal as they meet the future king, David. Which character or part of the passage will resonate with you? Resolve to act with wisdom and discernment every day. See other's needs and determine to meet them with sensitivity and grace. Then trust God's perfect timing!

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.

In this episode, Jennifer Barrett explains how Abigail skillfully navigated the norms of an honor-based culture to defuse conflict between David and Nabal and influence David's actions.

A godly wife, a foolish husband, and a rash soldier overlap in a fascinating story found in 1 Samuel 25.Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores the story of Abigail and Nabal as they meet the future king, David. Which character or part of the passage will resonate with you?Resolve to act with wisdom and discernment every day. See other's needs and determine to meet them with sensitivity and grace. Then trust God's perfect timing!

A godly wife, a foolish husband, and a rash soldier overlap in a fascinating story found in 1 Samuel 25.Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores the story of Abigail and Nabal as they meet the future king, David. Which character or part of the passage will resonate with you?Resolve to act with wisdom and discernment every day. See other's needs and determine to meet them with sensitivity and grace. Then trust God's perfect timing! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/82/29?v=20251111

1 Samuel 25 A godly wife, a foolish husband, and a rash soldier overlap in a fascinating story found in 1 Samuel 25. Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores the story of Abigail and Nabal as they meet the future king, David. Which character or part of the passage will resonate with you? Resolve to act with wisdom and discernment every day. See other's needs and determine to meet them with sensitivity and grace. Then trust God's perfect timing!

In 1 Samuel 24, David spares Saul in the cave, refusing to seize the throne by violence and entrusting God with both timing and justice. In 1 Samuel 25, that same restraint nearly collapses when David is provoked by Nabal, until Abigail intervenes and keeps him from shedding blood he would later regret, revealing how the wilderness tests not just public obedience but the heart itself.

A godly wife, a foolish husband, and a rash soldier overlap in a fascinating story found in 1 Samuel 25.Follow along as Pastor Chuck Swindoll explores the story of Abigail and Nabal as they meet the future king, David. Which character or part of the passage will resonate with you?Resolve to act with wisdom and discernment every day. See other's needs and determine to meet them with sensitivity and grace. Then trust God's perfect timing!

What do you do when disrespect pushes you toward revenge—and wisdom calls you back? In this powerful sermon from 1 Samuel 25, we step into the wilderness with David, a moment where hunger, insult, and unchecked anger collide. After faithfully protecting Nabal's household, David is repaid with contempt—and suddenly the future king stands on the edge of bloodshed. This is not David at his best. This is David exposed. Enter Abigail. With courage, humility, and God-shaped wisdom, Abigail intervenes—saving her household, preserving David's calling, and reminding us that godliness still matters.  You'll hear why the wilderness reveals what's really in us, how fools are marked by pride and silence, why listening is a spiritual discipline, and how God uses community to protect our anointing. Above all, this sermon calls us to resist the urge to avenge ourselves and trust the Lord who says, “Vengeance is mine.” If you've ever been disrespected, tempted to strike back, or saved by the courageous wisdom of someone who told you “don't do it,” this message is for you. Let God shape your character before your anger shapes your future.

Predicación del Miércoles por la Tarde 01/28/26Predicador: Pastor Adolfo BourdetTexto: I Samuel 25:14-17 RVR1960

David is not welcomed by Nabal but is rewarded by meeting Abigail. Psalm 57; Psalm 58; I Sam 25:1-44. Resources: enduringword.com #everydaychristians

In this first episode of our Overcoming series, Dave and Bethlie discuss the topic of Anger.   Overcoming Anger Quote:  We are a society addicted to outrage. Martin Wickens In the social media world, outrage generates more "clicks" and ad revenue than anything else What does the Bible say about anger? Various words are used Anger Angry Wrath Be ye angry and sin not, let not the sun go down on your wrath Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamour and evil speaking be put away from you with all malice A soft answer turns away wrath Fathers provoke not your children to anger   What does anger look like? an outward explosion a simmering resentment harsh words Rage An angry person is churlish, mean, unkind Illustration of Nabal churlish - difficult, fierce, intense Evil - bad, disagreeable, giving pain, unhappiness, or misery) An angry person is difficult to get along with Anger leads to bitterness and poisons an individual as well as everyone close to them - especially one's spouse and kids    What do we know about anger?  Some things to understand: If you are single, know this:  an anger issue always gets worse after marriage. "with a furious man you shall not go . . ." It is impossible to live with an angry man without making him angry Same is true for an angry woman The target of anger is not the cause You are not to carry the responsibility for a spouses anger or a parents anger  It is not your fault if your spouse is angry It is not your fault if your parents are angry Regarding men: anger is fueled by testosterone and is different than a woman's anger Anger is physical often before it is processed (think of punching a wall) Crying is a woman's response to feeling unloved; anger is a man's response to feeling disrespected Talking things out will not make things better A man has to process his anger before he can talk Talking about it in the moment will only increase his anger  give him time to golf, piddle in the garage, or whatever  This is how he processes his emotions Very few men process their emotions by talking Regarding women:   Anger is fueled by emotions and wounds Anger is often a result of unresolved conflicts  Anger is sometimes the result of unmet expectations

Saturday, 10 January 2026   Now Jesus called His disciples to Himself and said, “I have compassion on the multitude, because they have now continued with Me three days and have nothing to eat. And I do not want to send them away hungry, lest they faint on the way.” Matthew 15:32   “And Jesus, having summoned His disciples, He said, ‘I gut-wrench upon the crowd because already three days they bivouac with Me, and naught they have that they may eat. And I wish not to dismiss them unfed, not lest they should collapse in the way'” (CG).   In the previous verse, the crowd marveled over Jesus' ability to heal the many who came to Him. Matthew continues now, saying, “And Jesus, having summoned His disciples.”   As will be seen, there has been an extended period of time during which the crowds were with Jesus as He ministered to them. With a plan in mind to tend to them, He calls the disciples together. Once with Him, “He said, ‘I gut-wrench upon the crowd.'”   This is the third time the word splagchnizomai, to gut-wrench, has been seen. Each time, it has been seen in relation to Jesus' concerns for the people. He is again emotionally distraught for their well-being. This time, the reason is, “because already three days they bivouac with Me.”   A new word, prosmenó, to stay further or remain in place, is seen. It is derived from pros, forward or toward (in many variations), and meno, to stay or remain. As this has been three days, the term bivouac gets the sense.   They would have put up a shelter with blankets or whatever else they had available, temporarily residing in the open. And more, Matthew next says, “and naught they have that they may eat.”   Whatever the people brought had been used up. As such, they would be weakened and not prepared for a return to their places of dwelling. Understanding this, Jesus explains it to His disciples, saying, “And I wish not to dismiss them unfed.”   Another new word is seen, the adjective néstis, not to eat and, thus, unfed. It is derived from the inseparable negative particle ne- and esthió, to eat. Such a situation can be voluntary or involuntary. In this case, the people simply ran out of food after three days with Him. Jesus didn't want them to trek home in this condition, “not lest they should collapse in the way.”   One more new word is seen, ekluó, to relax. It is derived from ek, out of or from, and luo, to loosen. The word thus means to relax. However, the context signifies relaxing from not eating, and, thus, to collapse.   As was always the case with those He ministered to, Jesus considered them and their needs even beyond their immediate presence, thinking on their plight even after departing from Him.   Life application: If you ever stay with people you didn't know well, you can learn a lot about them by how they send you off. People will often tend to their guests while they are in residence. They will give them care, ensuring their needs are taken care of in whatever way is necessary for them to be comfortable.   However, when the guests are departing, those who are truly caring by nature will go beyond that and have a care package set aside for the travelers as they depart. One of the interesting things that is seen at such times is that those who do so are usually the poorer members of society. The richer someone is, the less likely they are to consider such situations.   This is not true in all circumstances, but it is a general reality that is seen. It is also seen in the Bible. The story of the Good Samaritan gives insights into this. The account of David and Nabal does as well.   Should you ever have guests who come by, don't just tend to them while they are there, but maybe consider sending them off with a token based on any anticipated needs. However, if they are flying by air, don't give them something they would have to toss at the customs inspection. Be attentive to the reality of the situation and act accordingly.   Now there was a man in Maon whose business was in Carmel, and the man was very rich. He had three thousand sheep and a thousand goats. ... Then Nabal answered David's servants, and said, “Who is David, and who is the son of Jesse? There are many servants nowadays who break away each one from his master. 11 Shall I then take my bread and my water and my meat that I have killed for my shearers, and give it to men when I do not know where they are from?” 1 Samuel 25, 2 & 10, 11   What a loser. Don't be like Nabal.   Glorious Lord God, help us to be considerate of those whom we encounter in life. If we have the ability to tend to their needs, help us to be conscientious and do so. This doesn't just mean money or things like food. It goes to the true spiritual needs as well. May we be willing to hand out tracks or even Bibles to those who may have never considered how needy they truly are. Amen.  

Experience how Abigail's wisdom and courage turned potential bloodshed into peace in a captivating story of grace and reconciliation.In this episode, witness the powerful story of Abigail's wisdom and courage as she intervenes to prevent a deadly confrontation between David and her husband, Nabal. Discover the true meaning of being a peacemaker and how it can transform lives.Today's Bible verse is Matthew 5:9, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Experience how Abigail's wisdom and courage turned potential bloodshed into peace in a captivating story of grace and reconciliation.In this episode, witness the powerful story of Abigail's wisdom and courage as she intervenes to prevent a deadly confrontation between David and her husband, Nabal. Discover the true meaning of being a peacemaker and how it can transform lives.Today's Bible verse is Matthew 5:9, from the King James Version.Download the Pray.com app for more Christian content including, Daily Prayers, Inspirational Testimonies, and Bedtime Bible Stories.Pray.com is the digital destination for faith. With over 5,000 daily prayers, meditations, bedtime stories, and cinematic stories inspired by the Bible, the Pray.com app has everything you need to keep your focus on the Lord. Make Prayer a priority and download the #1 App for Prayer and Sleep today in the Apple app store or Google Play store.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wilderness Q+R (E13) — Is Adam being formed outside of Eden a prototype of the wilderness pattern? Are the biblical authors linking David and Nabal to Jacob and Laban? And does Jesus experience a wilderness testing moment in the garden of Gethsemane? In this episode, Tim and Jon respond to your questions from our series on the wilderness. Thank you to our audience for your thoughtful contributions to this episode!View all of our resources for The Wilderness →CHAPTERSIntro (0:00-1:40)Is Adam being formed outside of Eden a prototype of the wilderness pattern? (1:40-15:24)Is the cherubim's fiery sword at the entrance of Eden purification imagery? (15:24-26:03)Is there a hyperlink between Nabal and Laban—and therefore, between David and Jacob's wilderness stories? (26:03-37:14)Why is there wilderness imagery in the Lord's Prayer? (37:14-46:07)Does Jesus have a wilderness testing moment in Gethsemane? (46:07-1:02:35)OFFICIAL EPISODE TRANSCRIPTView this episode's official transcript.REFERENCED RESOURCESThe Art of Narrative Analogy: Identifying and Interpreting Parallel Passages in the Bible by Seth D. PostellThe Testament of Moses, also known as The Assumption of Moses, is a pseudepigraphal Jewish text from the Second Temple Period.Check out Tim's extensive collection of recommended books here.SHOW MUSICBibleProject theme song by TENTS SHOW CREDITSProduction of today's episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer, who also edited today's episode and provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty does our show notes, and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie.Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.