EPISODE 0081 | Power Of Interdependence

RelationshipsInterdependenceChrisitan Leadership

Dec 17

THESE NOTES ACCOMPANY EPISODE 0081

God designed us to thrive in interdependence—first with Him, then with others. This episode unpacks the lessons from three kings: Saul’s codependence, Solomon’s independence, and David’s interdependence. True growth as a Christian begins when we place Christ above all, take personal responsibility for change, and embrace the accountability of spiritual family. Interdependence isn’t just a goal; it’s God’s plan for living a full and connected life.

The united kingdom of Isreal had three kings. Saul was the first king, David was the second and Solomon was the first.

Learning From Three Kings:

1 Samuel 13:7-12
7 Some Hebrews even crossed the Jordan to the land of Gad and Gilead. Saul remained at Gilgal, and all the troops with him were quaking with fear. 8 He waited seven days, the time set by Samuel; but Samuel did not come to Gilgal, and Saul’s men began to scatter. 9 So he said, “Bring me the burnt offering and the fellowship offerings.” And Saul offered up the burnt offering. 10 Just as he finished making the offering, Samuel arrived, and Saul went out to greet him. 11 “What have you done?” asked Samuel. Saul replied, “When I saw that the men were scattering, and that you did not come at the set time, and that the Philistines were assembling at Mikmash, 12 I thought, ‘Now the Philistines will come down against me at Gilgal, and I have not sought the Lord’s favor.’ So I felt compelled to offer the burnt offering.”

1. Saul was Codependent – a person in a relationship who enables another person's addiction, poor mental health, immaturity, irresponsibility, or under-achievement. A People Pleaser.

1 Kings 11:9-10 The Lord was very angry with Solomon, for his heart had turned away from the Lord, the God of Israel, who had appeared to him twice. 10 He had warned Solomon specifically about worshiping other gods, but Solomon did not listen to the Lord’s command.

2. Solomon was Independent – A person not beholden to outside influence; not depending on another's authority. Individualistic, self- sustaining, self-reliant. A Rebel.

Acts 13:22 After removing Saul, he made David their king. God testified concerning him: ‘I have found David son of Jesse, a man after my own heart; he will do everything I want him to do.’

3. David was Interdependent – A person who is mutually dependent on others while understanding the symbiotic or interconnectedness of relationship. A Spouse, A Friend or Family Member.

This is the place where our heart and God’s line up.

Matthew 22:36-40 “Teacher, which is the most important commandment in the law of Moses?” 37 Jesus replied, “‘You must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your mind.’ 38 This is the first and greatest commandment. 39 A second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ 40 The entire law and all the demands of the prophets are based on these two commandments.”

The Goal of Interdependence:

Acts 4:11-12 For Jesus is the one referred to in the Scriptures, where it says, ‘The stone that you builders rejected has now become the cornerstone.’ 12 There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.”

John 3:31 “He has come from above and is greater than anyone else. We are of the earth, and we speak of earthly things, but he has come from heaven and is greater than anyone else.

1. You put Christ above all. Jesus is above all things. He is the resurrected King.

2. You take personal responsibility. You are saved, you change. Christ’s Work in Your Life (Born Again).

3. You rely on others for accountability. You are placed by Christ in the Church. (Spiritual Family)