The Journey Church in Summerville, South Carolina exists to create disciple-makers of Jesus Christ. Messages from Lead Pastor Chris Fowler, as well as other teachers and guests, are published weekly. We also publish video versions and other resources at JourneyChurchSC.org.
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What does it mean to be welcomed somewhere we have no right to be? In 2 Samuel 9, we encounter one of the most striking stories in all of Scripture -- a story that cuts straight to the heart of grace. Mephibosheth, the crippled grandson of King Saul, David's greatest rival, is summoned not for punishment but for an invitation. David, having established his kingdom and secured peace on every side,…
What does it look like to truly wait on God when every instinct tells us to take matters into our own hands? In 2 Samuel 5 through 7, we find David at one of the most pivotal moments in Israel's history, and the lessons embedded in his story cut straight to the heart of how we live our faith today. David had every reason, every opportunity, and arguably every right to seize power on his own terms.…
What does it look like to trust God when everything around us seems to contradict his promises? In this deep dive into 2 Samuel chapter 3, we explore one of the most turbulent and dramatic seasons in David's life, a period marked by civil war, betrayal, murder, and political chaos. Yet at the center of it all stands a man who refuses to seize what God has promised him, choosing instead to wait. We…
What does it look like to genuinely love those who have wronged us? In this exploration of 2 Samuel 1 and 2, we are confronted with a portrait of kingship that challenges every instinct we have toward self-protection and revenge. David, a man who had every reason to celebrate the downfall of his persecutor Saul, instead tears his clothes in grief and composes a lament honoring the man who made his…
What does it truly mean to be lost, and what does it look like when we are found? In this exploration of one of Jesus' most beloved parables, the story of the prodigal son opens up into something far richer than a simple tale of a wayward child coming home. At its heart, this is a story about the nature of the Father's love -- a love that is sacrificial, relentless, and utterly indifferent to…
This powerful exploration of Matthew 9 and 10 challenges us to examine our commitment to the mission Jesus has given us. We're confronted with an uncomfortable truth: how much do we truly care about those who don't yet know Christ if we're unwilling to risk even momentary embarrassment to share the gospel? The message unpacks three essential elements of mission—motivation, means, and message. Our…
This powerful message takes us on a remarkable journey through history, connecting ancient Israel's demand for a king in 1 Samuel 8 with America's Declaration of Independence and ultimately to our own spiritual condition today. We discover that when Israel demanded a king like other nations, God warned them through Samuel about what earthly rule would cost them: their sons, daughters, resources,…
We stand at the tragic conclusion of King Saul's reign, witnessing a sobering truth about the nature of sin and its far-reaching consequences. The final chapter of 1 Samuel presents us with more than just the death of Israel's first king—it reveals the devastating ripple effect that occurs when we fail to trust God and instead rely on our own strength. Saul, who was meant to be a king unlike the…
This powerful exploration of 1 Samuel 30 takes us into a moment of crisis in David's life that reveals profound truths about spiritual warfare and community. We find David at his lowest point, facing not only the kidnapping of his family and those of his men, but also the threat of being stoned by his own followers. Yet in this desperate hour, we discover a pattern for spiritual resilience: David…
This powerful message takes us deep into 1 Samuel 24, where we witness an extraordinary moment of mercy that foreshadows the ultimate mercy of Christ. We see King Saul, consumed by fear, hatred, and jealousy, pursuing David with 3,000 chosen warriors. Yet when David has the perfect opportunity to end his tormentor's life in a cave, he refuses. What makes this story so transformative is…