Beyond Curb Appeal

In Beyond Curb Appeal, Pastor Gary Adduono explores the anointing of David in 1 Samuel 16 and the powerful truth that God sees what people often miss.

When Samuel arrived at Jesse’s home searching for Israel’s next king, he was immediately drawn to the sons who looked strong, impressive, and qualified. But God reminded him that people judge by outward appearance, while the Lord looks at the heart.

Just as an attractive house can conceal serious problems behind its walls, people can become skilled at maintaining an impressive exterior while neglecting what is happening within. This message challenges believers to look beyond appearances, value character over image, and allow God to examine and renew the hidden places of the heart.

David was overlooked by his own family, but he was seen and chosen by God. His story reminds us that all that glitters is not gold—and all that is truly valuable does not always glitter.

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1–13; Proverbs 31:30; 2 Corinthians 4:16; Isaiah 53:2; 1 Peter 3:3–4

Beyond Curb Appeal asks a vital question: When God looks beneath the surface, what does He find?