Lessons from the Life of David • 1 Kings 1-2 • November 9, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor There is a profound truth that we often resist – we’re not in control, and we never really were. King David, at the end of his life, - frail, cold, and surrounded by unfinished business – invites us to see ourselves in his life. Every person dies with unchecked boxes on their list, unsolved problems, and unresolved relationships. Scripture doesn’t shy away from these uncomfortable realities but in...
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Lessons from the Life of David • 1 Kings 1-2 • November 9, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor There is a profound truth that we often resist – we’re not in control, and we never really were. King David, at the end of his life, - frail, cold, and surrounded by unfinished business – invites us to see ourselves in his life. Every person dies with unchecked boxes on their list, unsolved problems, and unresolved relationships. Scripture doesn’t shy away from these uncomfortable realities but in...
Lessons from the Life of David • 1 Kings 1-2 • November 9, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor There is a profound truth that we often resist – we’re not in control, and we never really were. King David, at the end of his life, - frail, cold, and surrounded by unfinished business – invites us to see ourselves in his life. Every person dies with unchecked boxes on their list, unsolved problems, and unresolved relationships. Scripture doesn’t shy away from these uncomfortable realities but in...
Lessons from the Life of David • Psalm 63 • October 26, 2025 • Brett Day, NRHC Church Planter in Residence Trials can either make us bitter or better, depending on how we respond to them. Through the lens of Psalm 63, written by David while fleeing from his son Absalom in the wilderness, we see that the worst circumstances can bring out the best character when we choose to seek God. While David's best circumstances often brought out his worst character (such as adultery and murder), his worst...
Lessons from the Life of David • 2 Samuel 18 • October 19, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor Exploring 2 Samuel 18, we confront the sobering reality that, while forgiveness is always available, we cannot erase our past sins. The narrative of David and Absalom illustrates how our actions can create consequences that extend beyond ourselves and affect future generations. David’s earlier sin with Bathsheba triggered a cascade of events, ultimately resulting in civil war and the loss of his s...
Lessons from the Life of David • 2 Samuel 11-12 • October 5, 2025 • Dan Johnston, NRHC Elder David’s greatest moral failure in 2 Samuel 11 and 12 is a picture of human fallibility and divine grace. It reminds us that even those closest to God’s heart can fall into sin. It challenges us to recognize our own vulnerability and the importance of keeping short accounts with the Lord. David’s adultery and subsequent cover-up serve as a stark warning – it can happen to anyone. Yet God’s relentless p...
Lessons from the Life of David • 2 Samuel 6 • September 28, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor The story of David bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem reminds us that God's holiness is both dangerous and life-giving. It emphasizes the importance of approaching God with reverence, obedience, and humility, while also highlighting the blessings that come from properly honoring God's presence. Scripture challenges us to consider how we respond to God's holiness in our own lives.
Lessons from the Life of David • I Samuel 24-26 • September 14, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor 1 Samuel 24-26 invites us to explore the profound lessons of waiting for God's timing. Through David's encounters with Saul, we witness the struggle between human impatience and divine purpose. David's restraint in the face of temptation to take matters into his own hands serves as a poignant reminder for us all. Scripture challenges us to consider how often we rush God's plan or manipulate c...
Lessons from the Life of David • I Samuel 17 • August 31, 2025 • Dan Johnston, NRHC Elder The true giant in 1 Samuel 17 isn’t Goliath, but God Himself. This story reminds us to view our personal struggles and obstacles through a spiritual lens, recognizing that God is greater than any challenge we encounter. As we face our own giants - be it depression and anxiety, addiction, or strained relationships - we're encouraged to stand firm in faith, knowing that our God reigns above it all. Like Da...
Lessons from the Life of David • I Samuel 16:1-13 • August 24, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor The story of David’s anointing as king reminds us that God’s perspective often differs radically from our own. While we tend to judge by outward appearances, God looks at the heart. We're encouraged to remain faithful in our current circumstances, understanding that God can use ordinary people and situations for extraordinary purposes. The parallel between David's seeming insignificance and Ch...
Nehemiah 1-13 • August 17, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor God uses brokenness to stir a burden within us that, when surrendered to Him, becomes faith in action. Nehemiah’s story of rebuilding Jerusalem's walls isn't just ancient history—it serves as a blueprint for our own spiritual journeys. Our awareness of brokenness, both in ourselves and in the world around us, can be the very thing God uses to activate us for His purposes. Nehemiah challenges us to stop hiding our brokenness or k...
Habakkuk 1-3 • August 10, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor Habakkuk teaches us how to pray when we don’t understand God’s ways. He brought his doubts and frustrations to God, showing us the importance of honest prayer, wrestling with God, waiting on His timing, and ultimately worshiping Him despite challenging circumstances. We, too, can trust in God’s character and sovereignty, even when His ways seem confusing or unjust.
Matthew 7:13-29 • August 3 • Brett Day, NRHC Planter in Residence Matthew 7 presents us with the stark reality of two paths in life: the narrow way that leads to life, and the broad way that leads to destruction. Jesus challenges us to enter through the narrow gate, reminding us that true discipleship is difficult and exclusive. He warned us about the dangers of false teachers who may appear to be sheep but are inwardly ravaging wolves. The sobering truth is that we can be deceived not ...
The Greatest Sermon Ever • Matthew 7:1-12 • July 27, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor In Matthew 7, Jesus teaches us about relationships in the Kingdom of God. He focuses on how to judge wisely, pray dependently, and love actively. Our interactions with others should be characterized by humility, wisdom, and empathy, which stem from our relationship with Him. Scripture challenges us to examine our hearts, seek God's help, and live out the golden rule as a reflection of Christ's love.
Matthew 6:19-24 • July 13, 2025 • Gray Clary, NRHC Discipleship Pastor Jesus' teachings on earthly and heavenly treasures challenge us to examine where our true treasures lie. He warns us about the danger of storing up earthly treasures, which are vulnerable to decay and theft, and instead urges us to focus on heavenly treasures—a deeper relationship with God that cannot be corrupted or stolen. This strikes at the heart of our consumer culture, where we're constantly bombarded with ads promis...
The Greatest Sermon Ever • Matthew 6:1-18 • July 6, 2025 • Chad Minchew, NRHC Worship Pastor Jesus' teachings in Matthew 6:1-18 remind us that our actions should stem from a pure heart, not from a desire for recognition. They challenge us to shift our focus from impressing others to pleasing God, cultivating a more intimate relationship with Him. Are we applying these teachings in our personal lives? Are we willing to challenge those we disciple in these areas? By aligning our motives with Go...
June 29, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor • Matthew 5:38-48 is an active call to love our enemies and go the extra mile in serving others. We're reminded that God's love extends to both the righteous and unrighteous, just as the sun shines and rain falls on all. This divine love sets a new standard for us - one that extends beyond loving only those who love us in return. This passage invites us to reflect on our own hearts. Who do we consider 'off limits' for God's love? Are we all...
Lessons from the Life of David • 1 Kings 1-2 • November 9, 2025 • Chad Merrell, NRHC Lead Pastor There is a profound truth that we often resist – we’re not in control, and we never really were. King David, at the end of his life, - frail, cold, and surrounded by unfinished business – invites us to see ourselves in his life. Every person dies with unchecked boxes on their list, unsolved problems, and unresolved relationships. Scripture doesn’t shy away from these uncomfortable realities but in...
