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Today we return to our series in Second Samuel. If you’ll recall, David has been on the run for 10 years, and now that Saul has died, what’s next? We say good-bye to Saul, and we now enter into David’s reign as King. And his heart comes shining through here in chapter one. We’ll see that he grieved deeply for Saul and Jonathan, who are no longer with him. Let’s see how the Lord can minister to us in our hour of grief. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

You’ve picked a good day to join us as we embark on a new verse by verse journey through Second Samuel, here on Sound Doctrine. And the book begins with the death of Israel’s first King, Saul! Who killed Saul? Pastor Jeff Johnson believes there are two possibilities. Whatever conclusion you reach, pastor Jeff will draw out some helpful lessons, like how to deal effectively with our flesh. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We’re dealing with a heavy subject today. We’ll be looking at the tragic end to the life of King Saul. He died in despair, an empty, unfulfilled man! He reaped what he had sown and it wasn’t pretty. But that doesn’t have to be your story if you’ll learn from the pitfalls of Saul.That’s what we aim to do today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Would you be described today as faint-hearted?As we open up First Samuel chapter thirty, that’s the reality for a 1/3 of David’s men. They were bummed out, burned out, and blown out, but they didn’t back out! And pastor Jeff Johnson will explain why as we go along. God loves to give strength and encouragement to the faint-hearted, so if that’s you today, please keep listening. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Maybe like the man we’ll hear about today, you’re greatly distressed and in a crisis! What do you do and where do you turn at such times? Reach for a gallon of ice cream and go into seclusion? Actually there’s a much better response. Pastor Jeff Johnson says there’s strength for the faint-hearted to be found in First Samuel chapter 30. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Scripture promises that God won’t allow us to be tempted above that which we are able... and will make a way of escape that we may be able to bear it... But we must seek Him as David did. That’s what we’ll talk about today on Sound Doctrine with pastor Jeff Johnson. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today we come to First Samuel chapter twenty-nine. It’s a low time in the life of David. When you would think things couldn’t get any worse - they get worse. That’s not only David story, it’s everyone’s story at some point. And what David did at that time will prove to be very instructive for us - in getting through hard times. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

One of the agonies of hell must be the regret of not having taken advantage of the many opportunities God provided. God displays great patience with everyone - until it’s too late! What is God saying to you? May you not harden yourself by rejecting His word. That’s what happened to Saul as we’ll learn today on Sound Doctrine. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

The hold that sin has on us gets stronger the more we sin, and so does the deception that goes along with it. We think we are “ok”, and can escape at any point, not realizing the power sin has over us. Let us instead submit ourselves to God’s righteous and loving discipline. To make certain the invisible chains of sin and compromise are not taking over our lives. Let’s join pastor Jeff Johnson in First Samuel chapter twenty eight and learn from David’s lapse into compromise. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Are you discouraged today? Losing hope? Maybe your faith in the Lord is growing dim? If that describes you, know this - you’re not alone! It happens to so many, including David. Right on the heals of success, came a season where he gave up trusting in God and took matters into his own hands. We’ll hear about it in First Samuel twenty seven today on Sound Doctrine. Pastor Jeff Johnson will show us where David went wrong, so we can avoid this sort of faith crisis ourselves. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Whether you’re a pastor, Sunday School teacher, volunteer in the nursery, or serving on some committee, we all go through times when we’re tired in the work and maybe even of the work. Along comes satan with one of his favorite tools in his tool bag - discouragement. That’s the place David found himself, in First Samuel twenty-seven. We’ll examine his desire to escape today, as Pastor Jeff Johnson continues to highlight First Samuel for us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

David was one of the greatest men in the Bible. He was a brave warrior. He was man after God’s own heart. And one of the greatest examples of his trust in God is coming up today on Sound Doctrine, with pastor Jeff Johnson. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We all encounter pain and suffering, but the difference is in how we handle those inevitable trials. The Christian has a choice to make in the face of them; we can rejoice because of our hope in Christ; or become miserable and angry, which only makes the suffering worse. Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff Johnson continues his study of First Samuel, where we find a King in training. David was no stranger to suffering, and how he handles his suffering serves as an example for us on how to handle our own. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

If you’ve been with us recently, you may recall how David beautifully handled his conflict with Saul. He had the perfect opportunity to retaliate against the man who was trying to kill him, but David chose the higher road. Now today, we find him in a similar circumstance, but this time he tries to take matters into his own hands. Rather than getting all worked up, and seek vengeance, there’s a much better course of action to take. Abigail gives it to us in First Samuel twenty-five, and that’s where we join Pastor Jeff Johnson today. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We encounter foolish people on a daily basis; whether its on the freeway, at the office; or maybe even waiting in line at the grocery store. Today, we learn how to deal with fools, as God would have us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As we continue to study the life of David today on Sound Doctrine, pastor Jeff Johnson will contrast the life of David with the life of the man stalking him - Saul. Both men were sinners, to be sure, just as all of us are. But David had something Saul didn’t have - a repentant heart. We would do well to soak in the difference between a repentant heart and a cold indifferent heart. Join us in First Samuel chapter twenty-four as we join pastor Jeff for a great message from God’s word. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We’re studying the book of First Samuel at present, and in case you have missed our recent broadcasts, David is currently on the run from Saul. Imagine having three thousand hunters determined to find and kill you! David and his six hundred men are facing that terror, but all of a sudden the tables turn, and an opportunity presents itself for David to kill Saul. Let’s see how this all plays out, and what we can take away from this. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today we finish up Jeff’s message in First Samuel twenty-three. Throughout God’s word we read about faith in God. Sometimes it’s a lack of faith, and sometimes it’s an abundance of faith. The point is, why do we find ourselves so often relying on our wisdom, and not having faith in God’s wisdom? In First Samuel chapter twenty-three, we see David being pursued by Saul and his men. It’s seems inevitable that David is doomed. Here’s where the faith comes into play. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We're about halfway through the year 2026. Are you still following any of the resolutions you made last January? Many people make resolutions concerning consistency. They wish they could be more consistent in their relationships, in their work, in life in general. For the Christian, a consistent faith makes for a closer walk with The Lord. That should be our goal, no matter what time of year it is! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Pastor Jeff Johnson is currently leading us through the Old Testament book of First Samuel, and today we enter chapter twenty three. I’m sure you’ve heard this statement many times: “Without faith it is impossible to please God”. We all acknowledge the truth of that statement, but how often do we face adversity and forget to call on our faith in God to get us through? Living by faith is what it’s all about! That’s exactly the course God called David to. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

As you may recall, David knows he’s going to be the next King of Israel, and he’s running for his life. But all the way through this trial, God is reminding David that He’s going to keep His promises and that He’s with him and for him. Today we will take a look at the suffering David experienced in his life, and Pastor Jeff Johnson will relate this to what we are bound to experience as well. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We are continuing our study of First Samuel today on Sound Doctrine, and we’ll be looking at the life of David. Here was a man who was in God’s training program to be the King that God intended for the nation of Israel. David was a man after God’s own heart - but there was a time when he had a heart of deception. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We’re going to bring you the second half of pastor Jeff’s message in First Samuel twenty-one, and it’s a pretty amazing scene we see here. David is fleeing from his father, Saul, and he ends up in Gath, before King Achish. David was a pretty smart guy, and in order to buy some time as he fled Saul, what does he do? He acts like a deranged nut! Of course, there’s a method to his madness, and here to tell us about it is pastor Jeff. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We’re going chapter by chapter through First Samuel and we’ll meet up with Pastor Jeff Johnson in chapter twenty-one in just a moment. Here’s the scenario we are observing today - David is on the run, fleeing from Saul. It’s interesting to note that the first place David went was the house of God. Hopefully that’s an encouragement to us to turn to the Lord first and foremost when we’re in a difficult spot To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Jonathan and David certainly had a fabulous friendship. And in First Samuel twenty we get a glimpse of the last time they’d see each other. It’s a touching scene, and a reminder of how God can use a friend in our life for good. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

God knew David needed an encouraging word, and so He sent Jonathan to remind David that God was faithful and He was going to keep His promises. That’s a good friend to have, wouldn’t you say? Pastor Jeff Johnson says we need friends like that. Let’s join pastor Jeff in First Samuel twenty for a great lesson on the power of encouragement. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Whether we see it or not, God protects His children and restrains evil. We’ll see a good example of that today on Sound Doctrine as we open First Samuel nineteen. If you’ll recall, Saul is envious of David and wants to kill him. But the Lord restrains Saul from harming David. Just as He protected David, He can protect you too. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?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 envy so often invades our heart! Today on Sound Doctrine we’ll notice Saul’s envy, and it’s not a pretty sight. It actually provoked him to want to kill David! We continue to take you through First Samuel, chapter nineteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine we’ll draw your attention to one of the all time great friendships... David and Jonathan. And we’ll see what we can learn and apply to our interpersonal relationships as we do. Pastor Jeff Johnson is in the midst of a series from the book of First Samuel right now. Today, we’ll make a return visit to chapter eighteen To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine - Pastor Jeff Johnson will show us what God considers a true friend to be. Pastor Jeff is about to continue his verse by verse study in the book of First 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 us would say Jonathan and David. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today, Pastor Jeff takes us to first Samuel seventeen. The entire Hebrew army was frozen in fear - of one Philistine Giant. Here we find a young man who would not even be old enough to join the military, yet he stepped out to fight the most feared man in the Philistine army. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

. There are a lot of great stories in the Bible that we tell our kids. There is one however that I think young boys love more than almost any other. The story of David and Goliath. Here’s a little teenaged kid named David who went to the battle front, choosing only to carry his favorite sling shot and some rocks. The result - he defeated a giant of a man trained for war. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Fear is easily transferable. It is amazing how fear and mass hysteria spreads through a crowd and can even affect the bravest of men. Well as we look into First Samuel seventeen, we find a King and his entire army trapped in fear because of a man so large you would have to stand on a ladder just to touch his head. But there was one young man who did not fear this giant, because of his trust in his God. Here is the story of young Kind David and his confrontation with Goliath. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

There was a man whose height was somewhere between nine and a half to eleven feet tall, and his coat of armor alone weighed as much as a man. His name was Goliath, and he dared defy the army of God. Let’s join pastor Jeff as he begins a look at this familiar story, from First Samuel Chapter seventeen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We will hear of two kinds of hearts. There’s king Saul - his heart was for himself. Then there was David - who had a heart for the Lord. Saul learned too late that to obey is better than to sacrifice. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today we begin a study in the second half of First Samuel sixteen. This is a really interesting time in Israel’s history. Saul was the King, and he was a very troubled man. He was being troubled by an evil spirit. He was also a fan of good music, so he sent his servants off to find a musician to soothe his troubled soul. Who did they bring back? David - the man anointed by God to take Saul’s place. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today we’ll return to a story probably familiar to most of you. When God was looking for the second king of Israel, He chose a sixteen year old shepherd boy Most folks 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/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff Johnson will show us how to do that and maintain our sanity in the Christian life, even during those periods when it’s easy to become frustrated. We are traveling through First Samuel at the present time, and 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/621/29?v=20251111

We are currently focusing out attention on the Old Testament book of First Samuel. When you think of this book, you probably think first of the encounter David had with Goliath, in chapter seventeen. We’ll be getting to that famous bout next week, but for today, we will be wrapping up our look at chapter fifteen, and the sad story of a man named Saul. King Saul had everything a man could want. He was handsome. He was powerful. He was wealthy. But he had one major flaw. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Know anyone who likes to be recognized and the center of attention? They might even take the credit for something they really didn’t do! Today, we’ll introduce you to a man from long ago that fits that description. His name is Saul, and his story is recorded for us in First Samuel thirteen. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We’ve reached chapter thirteen in our verse by verse study of First Samuel. The center of attention once again is Saul. Saul is about to take credit for something his son actually did, and pastor Jeff Johnson doesn’t want us to miss the many takeaway lessons! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

. There is one case however where compromise is simply unacceptable. That is in our relationship to God. In every case we’re to obey Him. Today we’ll meet a man that failed to do that, so let’s head over to First Samuel chapter twelve. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine, pastor Jeff Johnson begins a study in First Samuel twelve, where Samuel gives a stirring final speech to the people. It’s a challenging message for the people back then, and for us today as well. It shows us once again that humanity’s problem with sin hasn’t changed over these thousands of years. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Let’s say someone lashes out in anger against you, and for no good reason! Or, someone falsely accuses you of something at work, and you end up losing your job as a result! When we’re hurt like this, the world would say we have good reason to exact a little revenge. But pastor Jeff is going to suggest a much different approach, and that is to allow the Lord to fight your battles. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Samuel had been a faithful judge over Israel, and God had been nothing but good to His people. But the people of Israel lost sight of that, and cried out for a King. They rejected Samuel and the Lord without a legitimate reason, and in doing so they payed a heavy price. This is about to unfold before our eyes in First Samuel eleven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

In First Samuel chapter ten, Saul is anointed as Israel’s first King. Now, at first, it seemed like a good choice, but as we progress through the next several chapters of First Samuel, we will see just what a mistake is was. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today on Sound Doctrine, Pastor Jeff Johnson has framed his study around chapter ten. This chapter describes a key moment in the history of God’s chosen people. They have demanded a King, despite knowing that God was truly their King. They wanted a King they could look at and serve. Here we see Saul become that King. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We so often judge by appearances without knowing what’s on the inside. But to judge a book - you have to read it - and that takes time. The same is true with a person. It takes more than a first impression to know what’s on the inside. Today on Sound Doctrine, we take a second look at Israel’s first king. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

We take you to First Samuel chapter nine on this broadcast - which is the beginning of the historical record of Israel’s first king. Saul had the looks - but not the character. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111

Today Pastor Jeff Johnson takes us back to First Samuel where the people Israel want to make a change. They want a king. We might have a reaction to that like, “huh? You already have God as your King”! God was their king for sure, but now they wanted a man to fill those shoes! A big difference and a big mistake to be sure. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/621/29?v=20251111