God often uses people we wouldn't expect to step into situations we couldn't fix on our own. Abigail steps into a conflict between David and Nabal that has quickly spiraled from an insult into a threat of violence. With a combination of wisdom, humility, courage, and a willingness to act, she interrupts the escalation and reminds David of two things he was beginning to forget: who God had called him to be and who God still was. Her story challenges us to pay attention when something around us is heading in the wrong direction, to be willing to step in wisely, and to remember that the greatest threat to the person God is shaping us to become is often not what happens to us—but how we respond to it.
27 Sept 2026
When Money's Got You (It's Got You)
Money isn't inherently good or bad. It's a tool. But because it's such a powerful tool, it has a unique ability to shape our priorities, influence how we see the world, and quietly take over more of our hearts than we realize. Jesus warns that we cannot serve both God and money, not because having money is wrong, but because money can easily become something we trust, chase, cling to, and allow to define us. The goal isn't to have nothing; it's to hold what we have loosely. We can use wisdom, remember that everything we have ultimately comes from God, live generously, and learn to trust Him with our future. There's nothing wrong with having money or possessions; we just don't want them to have us.
20 Sept 2026
When Worry Takes Over (It's Got You)
Worry has a way of taking a real concern and letting it grow until it takes up far more space in our lives than it should. Jesus' words challenge us to recognize that worry doesn't give us control—it steals our attention from the life we're actually living. Jesus reminds us that life is more than what we're worried about, that we matter deeply to God, and that His provision is greater than we realize. Instead of constantly asking "what if?" we're invited to redirect our attention toward God, stay present in the day we're actually in, practice gratitude and prayer, and continually trust Him with the things we cannot control.
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