His Own Armour

David didn't like Saul's combat gear, because he wasn't used to it. It's time for us all to check our gear, and make sure that it's as useful as possible. Most importantly: it has to fit well and be comfortable.

The Next Sermon

When they bring you to be tried in the synagogues or before governors or rulers, do not be worried about how you will defend yourself or what you will say. For the Holy Spirit will teach you at that time what you should say.

The Slough of Despond

The slough of despond is a phrase which occurs in Paul Bunyan's "A Pilgrim's Progress." It's where the main character, Christian, toils heavily and has to be rescued by a character called the Evangelist.