Join us for this week’s sermon! Whether you're seeking hope, direction, or a deeper connection with God, this message is for you. Each week, we open God’s Word together to find truth, encouragement, and strength for the journey. 📱 Stay connected—download our app or visit us online at Springs.church for more information. We can’t wait to grow in faith with you! Bring Me the EphodPreached by Pastor Billy Coker – July 12, 2026 Have you ever stepped out in faith, obeyed what God asked you to do, and then found yourself wondering where He was when everything seemed to fall apart? In this week's message, "Bring Me the Ephod," Pastor Billy Coker walks through one of David's darkest moments in 1 Samuel 30 and reminds us what faith looks like when life doesn't make sense. When David returned to Ziklag, he found his home burned to the ground, his family taken captive, and even his own men ready to turn against him. It was a moment filled with heartbreak, loss, regret, and overwhelming accusations. Yet instead of giving in to despair, David made two life-changing decisions: he strengthened himself in the Lord, and he said, "Bring me the ephod." Pastor Billy challenges us to recognize that while Satan may remind us of our failures, he can never redefine our identity. God convicts us to draw us closer, not to push us away. Even in our lowest moments, His invitation is still the same—come into His presence. This message beautifully points to Jesus as our true High Priest. Just as the ephod represented access to God's presence, Jesus has become our covering, giving us confidence to run to Him instead of away from Him. Whether you're carrying disappointment, battling accusations, questioning your calling, or simply feeling exhausted by life's battles, this sermon is a reminder that your greatest need isn't a change in circumstances—it's a deeper encounter with the presence of God. Be encouraged as Pastor Billy reminds us that when we strengthen ourselves through prayer, cling to God's promises, and pursue His presence above everything else, we can trust Him not only to restore what has been lost but also to bring victory beyond what we could have imagined. We pray this message strengthens your faith and encourages you to keep pressing into the presence of God, no matter what battle you're facing today.::: If you'd like, I can also Make the message sound even more personal and conversational—as if you wrote it yourself, similar to the summaries we've done over the past few weeks.
