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Pastor of International Missions, Julius Tennal II shares a message from John 13.

As we near the end of 2 Samuel, this week’s message from Pastor J.D. is one that examines the often far-reaching consequences of sin. These consequences played out not only in David’s life, but in the lives of many in his family. For those who have experienced the tragic results of sin, either your own or that of others, things may seem hopeless—but there is healing to be found in the true King who redeems and restores.

Perhaps you’re familiar with Paul’s powerful statement that “to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21). In this week’s message from Philippians 1, Pastor Bryan explains how having Christ as his foundation led to Paul’s ability to live in a way that was worthy of the gospel, even in the midst of adverse circumstances. What might it look like for you to live in a manner worthy of the gospel in today’s world?

What does true repentance look like? This week, Pastor J.D. helps us unpack 2 Samuel 12, in which David is confronted regarding his sin against Bathsheba and Uriah. Following the prophet Nathan’s rebuke of him, David pens Psalm 51. It is in this psalm that we observe the components of true confession and repentance, which lead ultimately—and joyfully—to restoration. 

In this week’s message, Pastor Curtis shows us from Hebrews 4 how we can draw near to God with confidence, rather than fear or anxiety. In Jesus, we have a mediator who is both sinless and sympathetic to our weaknesses. Not only are we able to approach God without a human mediator—something that would have been unthinkable in Old Testament days—we can also find joy in knowing that Jesus approaches and understands us.  

Our Pastor of International Missions, Julius Tennal II preaches on Hebrews 4 from our North Durham Campus.

This week, Pastor J.D. helps us process a very difficult passage in 2 Samuel, and a turning point in the life of David—the story of David and Bathsheba. Could this be the same David who was called “a man after God’s own heart”? Though David was indeed forgiven, his sin would affect everyone around him. While this story holds a powerful warning for us today, what it ultimately reveals is a deep longing for another King, a better King—Jesus. 

In this week’s message from Psalm 101, Pastor Bryan helps us think through what integrity truly means for a follower of Christ. Is it moral perfection? Is it merely a result of our own effort and strivings? On the contrary—only by resting in the faithfulness and steadfast love of Jesus can we lead lives of integrity that will present a beautiful witness to a watching world.

In this message from the Psalms, Pastor Raudel takes us through a particular psalm that illustrates how we can be raw and real in our prayers to God. When we approach God in prayer as a loving Father, it doesn’t matter where we pray—the point is that we are free to pour out our deepest emotions, struggles, and sorrows to a God who understands and truly does want to hear from us.

If you have believed and been changed by the gospel, what should your response be? In this week's message from 2 Samuel, Pastor J.D. takes us through a story that is perhaps not as well-known, that of David and Mephibosheth. David's response to the extravagant love of God (as seen in 2 Samuel 7) is to pour out that same love onto an unlikely recipient, giving him a permanent seat at his table. It is here that we find our own story reflected—we who were once enemies have been invited to sit at the table of the King.