1 Samuel 30:23, 24

Despair can creep in right after a major victory, after we are mistreated or betrayed by those closest to us, or if we are running out of patience for something we're excited about. In this series, we'll cover such topics and how to step out of that despair by connecting with Jesus.

Are you at a point in your life where you believe you’ll never recover from your setback or defeat? Have you given up hope of ever becoming victorious since everything in your life is challenging? In this 5-day plan, we will see David’s approach towards recovering from loss and defeat, and you will find hope, courage and faith for restoration and recovery.

Any of you out there feel as though you are struggling to keep your head above water? Do you feel at any moment the waves of despair, chaos, or suffering will crash over you for the last time, breaking you, tossing you into the depths of the ocean floor? What are we to do in times such as these? “Be strong and courageous!” Remember: Our God is big and strong!

If you’ve ever put someone in charge of something, you know the one thing you value more than anything else is faithfulness. The parable of the talents gives us the encouragement we need. The master returned from his journey and wanted to know what the servants did with the talents he gave to them. The Lord will do the same with us!