Messages

Teresa Shirley Gray Teresa Shirley Gray

Shimei - Cursing and Grace

Shimei - Cursing and Grace

This message traces the story of Shimei, who cursed King David during his flight from Absalom, and David’s surprising response of humility and restraint. Exploring 2 Samuel 16 and 19, and 1 Kings 2, we see the complexity of David’s actions and are invited to reflect on how we respond when wronged.

Drawing on Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:48, “Be ye therefore perfect…”, and supported by passages from Luke 6 and Romans 12, the message challenges us to grow in grace, mercy, and spiritual maturity. More than moral improvement, it points to the Christian Israelite Church’s hope that God is preparing a people, complete in character, for immortality in His Kingdom.

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Teresa Shirley Gray Teresa Shirley Gray

Knowledge, Understanding and Wisdom: A Biblical Perspective

Knowledge, Understanding and Wisdom: A Biblical Perspective

Discover the biblical hierarchy of learning—knowledge, understanding, and wisdom—and how godly wisdom differs from worldly wisdom. Learn how Scripture guides us in seeking wisdom through prayer, reflection, and a deeper relationship with God. Explore how wisdom is connected to God’s promises for immortal life and reflect on how we can pursue these promises in our own lives.

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Teresa Shirley Gray Teresa Shirley Gray

David’s Vision: Lessons from the Temple

In this uplifting message from 1 Chronicles 28-29, we delve into David’s vision for the Temple and the guidance he gave to Solomon. Reflect on the significance of the Temple as a representation of our bodies as God's holy dwelling and be encouraged to pursue a deeper relationship with God, serve with purpose, and embrace a spirit of generosity.

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