In this Bible study we get into the rise and tragic fall of Israel’s first king, Saul. While Saul began with great promise, his reign quickly deteriorated due to a fatal flaw: he feared the opinions of people more than the authority of God.Sign up to receive resources from us on our website at whatweherefor.com and we’ll send you the outline for this Bible study!

Why wasn't God enough?

In the Season 2 premiere of What We Here For, we kick off our series on the Life of David by exploring the moment Israel rejected God as their King to be "like all the other nations."Before David could take the throne, Israel had to learn a hard lesson about God's Will vs. Our Will.

Join us as we dive into 1 Samuel 8 and discuss why we often choose visible, worldly security over the invisible, perfect leadership of God. Stay locked in as we journey through David’s life through podcast episodes, Bible studies, resources & more!

In this first part of our two-episode series on idolatry, we explore what Scripture really means when it warns us about idols—and why this ancient issue is still deeply relevant in modern life. Idolatry isn’t just carved statues or false gods; it’s anything that quietly takes God’s place in our hearts, priorities, affections, or identity.

Join us as we:

💬Define idolatry through a biblical lens

💬 Identify the subtle “modern idols” we often overlook

💬Examine how idolatry impacts our relationship with God

💬Discuss practical steps for recognizing idols in our daily lives

Whether you’re new to this topic or seeking deeper spiritual insight, this episode invites you to examine the things that pull your heart away from full devotion to Christ.