Posts Tagged ‘Masterclass’
Masterclass // Paul: Growing in Christ
God transformed Paul’s life through Jesus. Paul was angry, bitter, and a murdering man, even though he was religious. But when Paul met Jesus on that road to Damascus, his life was radically changed forever. Paul didn’t simply accept Christ and then live his own way, but he passionately grew in his relationship with Christ.…
Read MoreMasterclass // Paul: Conversion to Christ
The conversion of Saul to Christianity is one of the defining moments in the history of the world. God transformed his life, and God wants to transform every one of us. Saul was the last person anyone ever thought would convert to Christianity. Never give up on people. Our God works miracles. Once Saul (Paul)…
Read MoreMasterclass // Paul: The Religious Leader
Saul was a Jewish religious leader whose life was radically changed by Jesus. Saul grew up attending the synagogue. He was trained in the Old Testament. He was a Pharisee and a leader of the Jewish people. He even persecuted the Church of Jesus. You can be religious and not be a follower of Jesus.…
Read MoreMasterclass: The Life of David // David and God
What made David so special was his heart for God. David was an incredible leader that God used to impact His people and history. David wasn’t perfect. He sinned and made some big mistakes in his life. But after his sins, David always repented and came back to God. Even at the end of his…
Read MoreMasterclass: The Life of David // David and Israel
God calls and conditions us to lead with leadership rooted in spiritual influence. Henry Blackaby describes spiritual leaders as those who guide others toward where God wants them to be, starting with their own relationship with Him. Each generation is given the opportunity to raise new leaders who, like David, defeat new giants through deep…
Read MoreMasterclass: The Life of David // David and Absalom
The aftermath of David’s sin was chaos and brokenness. His sins were forgiven, but the consequences remained. This began a generational pattern of the sons of David falling short. Jesus is the son of David, who broke the generational curse and created a new way forward. In our lives, we need to be aware of…
Read MoreMasterclass: The Life of David // David & Nathan
In 2 Samuel, Nathan uses a parable to confront David indirectly about his sin, avoiding direct accusation due to the danger involved. The parable of the little ewe lamb, symbolizing Bathsheba, triggers David’s deep-seated compassion for sheep, drawing parallels to his own past as a shepherd. In the story, David condemns the rich man’s actions…
Read MoreMasterclass: The Life of David // David & Bathsheba
David’s story in 2 Samuel 11:1-15 shows how sin can mess things up, even for someone like the greatest king of Israel. So, because we recognize that we can slip up, praying and reading the Bible daily, having friends who keep us accountable, and knowing how to step away from temptation are all essential in…
Read MoreMasterclass: The Life of David // David & Mephibosheth
In the story of David and Mephibosheth, there’s a central theme of this: when we show kindness to others, we’re actually showing them who God is. It’s not just about being there for people when things are good for us; we’ve got to remember others’ struggles, even when life gets messy for us. At times,…
Read MoreMasterclass: The Life of David // David & Jonathan
The story of David and Jonathan illustrates a deep, God-centered friendship. It emphasizes rare, enduring friendships rooted in commitment rather than convenience. Their relationship shows fruitful outcomes: celebrating victories, growing spiritually, facing challenges resiliently, and discovering identity through Christ-like growth. It reflects Christ’s sacrificial love and lasting companionship. Ultimately, their story points us to the…
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