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A turning point in David’s life came near the end when he paved the way for the next king, his son, Solomon.  David was able to appoint his successor and then graciously step aside and let him lead.   Key Points:        1.   David accepted his limitations.      2.   David announced his successor.      3.   David affirmed the vision for his successor.      4.   David arranged the transition well.      5.   David prayed for Solomon.      6.   David stepped aside at the right time.  Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Blessing Your Successor

There are three scenes in the Bible where David deals with a man named Shimei.  Shimei really hurt David.  In these scenes, we learn about forgiving like we want God to forgive us. Key Points:   1. Scene #1: David refuses to strike back.               Text: 2 Samuel 16:5 – 13 2. Scene #2: David decides to forgive.                      Text: 2 Samuel 9:16 – 23 3. Scene #3: David decides to get even.                           Text: 1 Kings 2:8 – 10  4. Some suggestions about releasing resentment         Don’t be easily hurt.       Don’t expect people to be perfect. Don’t wait to settle differences.       Don’t forget forgiveness is best for you. Don’t forget how much you’ve been forgiven.                                     Stay off the judgment seat.Show kindness to the one who hurt you.                                               Be big enough to forgive.Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Releasing Resentment

We learn about David caring for Mephibosheth, the son of David’s best friend, Jonathan.  This a lesson about kindness and compassion to people in need.   Key Points:        1.   David’s compassion is a good example for us.              Compassion means keeping your word.                                   Compassion gives a second chance.      2.   Lessons from David about compassion            Compassion is more than words; it is action.              Compassion is more than reacting to needs; it is seeking out needs.              Compassion is more than giving money; it’s building relationships.                This story is filled with spiritual truth.  Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Helping the Hurting

Bathsheba, the beautiful woman next door, was pregnant.  Uriah, her husband, the soldier, was dead.  David, King of Israel, was responsible.  For sure, this was a turning point in David’s life.  But I want to focus on the rest of the story.  God loved David too much to let him wallow in sin without trying to change his life.  So, God sent the prophet Nathan to challenge David to face what he had done and change.    Key Points:  1. Nathan’s confrontation:Nathan was the right person.                            Nathan confronted an issue that really mattered.Nathan went alone.                                                         Nathan confronted in God’s timing.  Nathan went with the facts.                                                        Nathan went with careful words.  Nathan was courageous and truthful.          2. David’s reaction:David was approachable.  David quickly admitted guilt.David repented.                            David accepted the earthly consequences. David forgave himself and kept his friendship with Nathan.Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Sin and Accountability

This is a great section of the Bible, not just because it’s an exciting story, but because there are important lessons about how we can face giants.  We don’t face them often, but we all face threatening giants at times.  When we do, it will be a turning point for us.  Will we have courage, or will we be cowards?  Will we show faith or fear?  Key Points:   When you face a giant…   people close to you will discourage.                  people with experience will doubt.people who care about you will try to help.                                                 be sure your motives are right.   put your confidence in God, not yourself.               stay with your strengths.give glory to God.                    move toward the giant. finish the job.Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Killing Giants

This six-part series is called “David: Turning Points”.  I did this series seven years ago, but I want to repeat it because 2021 will be a turning point in my life, and more importantly, for Central Christian Church.  For six weeks, we look at turning points in the life of King David.  David is called a man after God’s heart, not because he was perfect, but because he had a heart for God.  By studying turning points in David’s life, some positive, some negative, we can learn how to face turning points in our lives. Lesson #1 (January 1 & 3, 2021) – Accepting the Call                                             Text: 1 Samuel 16:1 – 13David was just a shepherd boy when first called by God.  This is the first sign God wanted to do something special in David’s life.  We see Samuel anoint David, and some lessons about God’s call in our lives   Key Points:  God’s call comes to secular tasks and spiritual roles.                     God’s call often comes unexpectedly.  God’s call comes to ordinary people.                              God’s call often comes simply, not dramatically.God’s call usually comes gradually.             God’s call may come to you repeatedly.Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Accepting the Call

Chairs

John 3:16.That verse has been called the gospel in a nutshell.  In just a few phrases it wraps up what the good news of Christianity is all about.  It also answers some of the most important questions people could ever ask.  Key Points:  1.         What kind of being is God?                         2.         How do we know God is a God of love? 3.         Is there any hope? Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

God's Love for People

Mary doesn’t deserve our worship, but she certainly deserves great respect.  The Bible says she was blessed.  She is called “the mother of the Lord.”  She was a very special woman who can teach us a lot about a mother’s love and Christian devotion. Text: Luke 1:26 – 33  Key Points:  1.         Mary loved Jesus before He was born.     2.         Mary loved Jesus after He was born.  3.         Mary loved Jesus in His ministry. Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Mary's Love for Jesus

In this three-part series is called “Christmas Love”.  We will study Joseph’s Love for Mary, Mary’s Love for Jesus, and God’s Love for People. This Episode (Part One): We look at the Christmas story from the viewpoint of Joseph.  He’s the husband of Mary and the stepfather of Jesus.  His story is in Matthew 1, beginning with verse 18.  We see Joseph’s Christmas in four stages.  And in each of these times, we see his love for his wife.Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Joseph's Love for Mary

Love, Joy, and Jesus. It is good to give thanks to the Lord And to sing praises to Your name, O Most High; To declare Your loving kindness in the morning And Your faithfulness by night, With the ten-stringed lute and with the harp, With resounding music upon the lyre. For You, O Lord, have made me glad by what You have done, I will sing for joy at the works of Your hands. How great are Your works, O Lord!Psalm 92:1 – 5 (NAS)Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Love, Joy, and Jesus

Why is gratitude important?What causes ingratitude?How can we be more grateful? Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Gratitude

We learn about overcoming anxiety and letting the peace that comes from Christ rule in our hearts.  Support the show (https://centralnow.com/give/)

Peace

An archive of audio lessons from Jamie Allen, Senior Pastor of Central Christian Church in Mt. Vernon, Illinois.

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