Ephesians 1:1-2. In tracing the journeys of Paul, we discover how he came to know the Ephesians, how the church began in Ephesus and why Paul wrote this letter to them from prison. Paul speaks of the church, and each believer, as being “in Christ”, accepted and unified in the Saviour Christ forever. How crucial […]

1 Sam 31:1-13. Saul’s final battle with the Philistines ends in complete defeat, the death of his 3 sons and the loss of his own life. His tragic end serves as a warning against continued disobedience and rebellion towards God. May we seek a closer daily walk with the Lord, that we may finish our […]

1 Samuel 30:11-31. David pursues the Amalekites and recovers all that was taken. He then evenly divides the spoils of the victory among his men and give gifts to several towns in Judah. We find valuable lessons regarding the equal value of every member of the body and the church culture of grace. Additionally we […]

1 Sam 30:1-10. When God’s hand of discipline was extended towards David in Ziklag, he is brought to the lowest point in his life to that point and a place of great distress. However, this affliction had the desired affect as we read that David then encouraged himself in the Lord His God and prays […]

1 Samuel 29:1-11. David finds himself in a compromised situation because making unwise choices, but the grace and faithfulness of God is extended to him. Although it seems difficult for David to get out of this situation, God’s providence makes a way of escape.  Expositional Grace teaching with Graham King at Peacehaven Evangelical Free […]