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Resentment is understandable when we’ve been hurt, but it is also deadly—emotionally, physically, and spiritually. Through David’s encounters with Shimei, we learn the courage to forgive instead of striking back, the grace to release bitterness, and the reminder that forgiveness is not a one-time event but a continual process. Jesus calls us to forgive as we’ve been forgiven, letting go of poison and walking in freedom.

David was a mighty warrior, but he also had a tender heart. In 2 Samuel 9, he seeks out Mephibosheth—the crippled son of Jonathan—to keep a promise and show kindness. Instead of ignoring someone society overlooked, David welcomed him to the king’s table. This powerful turning point shows us how compassion means more than words—it is action, mercy, and grace, pointing us to the greater love of Christ.

Bathsheba was pregnant. Uriah was dead. And David, the king, was responsible. But the turning point wasn’t in the sin itself—it came when God, in His mercy, sent Nathan to confront David. Sometimes we must lovingly confront others. Sometimes we must humbly accept correction. Join us as Pastor Jamie Allen shows how accountability, repentance, and forgiveness lead us back to God’s heart.

Lesson #2 (August 10, 2025) – Facing Giants Text: 1 Samuel 17:4 – 51 We look at 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?

In today’s message, Accepting the Call, Pastor Jamie Allen begins our new series David: Turning Points with the story of David’s anointing in 1 Samuel 16. God didn’t choose the tallest or the strongest—He chose a shepherd with a heart for Him. We’re reminded that God often calls ordinary people in unexpected ways. Will you recognize His whisper? Will you answer the call that could change everything?

Join us in August for David: Turning Points, the final sermon series by Pastor Jamie Allen at ACC. Each week explores a pivotal moment in King David’s life—moments of calling, courage, failure, compassion, and forgiveness. David wasn’t perfect, but he had a heart for God. Discover how his story can help you navigate life’s turning points with faith, humility, and hope. Sundays at 10 AM at Ashland Church of Christ.